Paul W. Downs, 1981
Writers · November 21, 1981
Paul W. Downs
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Paul W. Downs is 44 years old, born November 21, 1981 in United States · Scorpio.
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About
Paul W. Downs co-created HBO Max's Hacks, a dark comedy that earned him two Golden Globes, a Peabody Award, and three Primetime Emmy Awards. Born November 1981 in the US, he's an actor, writer, director, and producer. He first gained attention writing and acting on Comedy Central's Broad City, which ran for five seasons. A Scorpio known for intensity and transformation, Downs brings sharp comedic precision to every role.
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Biography
Paul W. Downs is an American actor, writer, director, and producer who co-created and co-showruns HBO Max's Hacks, one of the most acclaimed comedies of the 2020s. As a Scorpio born in November 1981, he channels the sign's characteristic depth and dark humor into his work. Downs first made his mark as a writer, director, and executive producer on Comedy Central's Broad City, which ran for five seasons and established him as a sharp voice in ensemble comedy. His work on Hacks—where he also stars—has brought him industry recognition including two Golden Globes, a Peabody Award, and three Primetime Emmy Awards, among others. As a screenwriter and actor, Downs typically balances performance with behind-the-scenes creative control, a dual role that defines his career across television. His life-path number 6 suggests a natural inclination toward collaboration and artistic partnership, evident in his co-creator role on Hacks and his tenure on the ensemble-driven Broad City. Born in the US, Downs has become a central figure in prestige television comedy.
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Trivia
- Downs won two Golden Globes and three Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on Hacks.
- He served as writer, director, and executive producer on Broad City alongside his acting role.
- His life-path number is 6, associated with creative collaboration and partnership in numerology.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Caretaker
Responsible and family-oriented. Paul W. Downs often anchor a fandom community and lean into projects with social or emotional weight.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Tian XiweiOx · 1997
- PinkPantheressSnake · 2001
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
- Taylor SwiftSnake · 1989
- Khvicha KvaratskheliaSnake · 2001
CHALLENGING
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
- Rocky
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Frequently asked
- How old is Paul W. Downs?
- Paul W. Downs is 44 years old (born November 21, 1981).
- When is Paul W. Downs's birthday?
- Paul W. Downs was born on November 21, 1981.
- What is Paul W. Downs's zodiac sign?
- Paul W. Downs is a Scorpio, born November 21, 1981.
- What is Paul W. Downs's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Paul W. Downs was born in 1981, the year of the Metal Rooster.
- Where is Paul W. Downs from?
- Paul W. Downs is from United States.
- What does Paul W. Downs do?
- Paul W. Downs is a writer.
- Is Paul W. Downs still alive?
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