Ed Helms

Edward Parker Helms built his reputation in late-night comedy before becoming one of TV's most reliable ensemble players. From 2002 to 2006, he reported for Comedy Central's The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, establishing his observational comedic voice. His breakthrough came as Andy Bernard, the paper salesman with misplaced confidence, on NBC's The Office (2006–2013) — a role that earned him six SAG Award nominations for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series, with a win in 2008. Simultaneously, Helms anchored The Hangover trilogy as Stuart "Stu" Price, the responsible one caught in escalating chaos.

His film career spans comedy and drama: Cedar Rapids, Jeff, Who Lives at Home, We're the Millers (2013), Vacation (2015), Chappaquiddick (2017), A Futile and Stupid Gesture, and Tag (2018), plus Together Together (2021). Voice work includes Everyone's Hero (2006), Monsters vs. Aliens (2009), The Lorax (2012), Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (2017), and Ron's Gone Wrong (2021). In 2021–2022, Helms co-wrote and starred in the comedy series Rutherford Falls, expanding his behind-the-camera presence. He received a Writers Guild of America Award for Best Writing for a Comedy or Variety Special for The Fake News with Ted Nelms (2018).

Born January 24, 1974, in the United States, Helms carries the Aquarius sensibility of detachment and wit. His life-path number 1 aligns with pioneer energy and self-direction — a fit for an actor who moves fluidly between ensemble work and lead roles. As a screenwriter and actor, he operates in the collaborative medium of television while maintaining individual creative stakes.