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Who is Anders Holm?
Anders Holm is an American actor, comedian and writer, perhaps best known for co-creating and starring in the television sitcom “Workaholics”, which aired from 2011 to 2017. He has also appeared in other films and television shows, including “The Mindy Project” and “Champions”, in addition to many other projects he’s worked on in his career.
Anders Holm Wiki: Age, Childhood, and Education
Anders Christian Holm was born on 29 May 1981 in Evanston, Illinois, USA, of Swedish, Norwegian, English and German/Swiss ancestry; he has two brothers, Erik and Olen Holm. Anders attended Evanston Township High School, and after matriculation, enrolled at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in history, and then studied at the Second City Conservatory in Los Angeles.
Career Beginnings
Anders Holm embarked on his career with the web series “Crossbows & Mustaches” (2006-2008), in which he portrayed Bruce Romaine. He co-created, wrote,and served as an executive producer for the series, working alongside fellow creators and actors Adam DeVine and Blake Anderson.
In 2008, Holm starred in the television film “420 Special: Attack of the Show! from Jamaica”, taking on the role of Limahl Spellswell, part of the popular program “Attack of the Show!”, and featuring appearances by various hosts and comedians.
During the same year, Holm appeared in the comedy series “The Dude’s House” as Anders. The show comprised three episodes, and showcased Holm’s comedic talents alongside Danny Pudi, Charlyne Yi, and Ben Schwartz.
Then in 2011, Holm made a guest appearance as Howard in the TV series “Traffic Light”, in the episode titled “Stealth Bomber”. The show centered around the lives and relationships of three male friends, and Holm had the opportunity to work alongside actors David Denman, Nelson Franklin, and Liza Lapira in this humorous sitcom.
Rise to Prominence
From 2011 to 2017, Anders Holm achieved significant success with the television sitcom “Workaholics”. In addition to his starring role as Anders Holmvik, he was also one of the co-creators, writers and executive producers of the show, which follows the misadventures of three college dropouts who share a house and work together at a telemarketing company. Holm’s Anders Holmvik was one of the central trio, with Adam DeMamp played by Adam DeVine, and Blake Henderson played by Blake Anderson. Together, they portrayed a group of slacker friends navigating the ups and downs of young adulthood while trying to avoid responsibility.
The show developed a strong fan base for its irreverent humor, relatable characters, and outrageous storylines.
Concurrently, Anders Holm took part in several other projects – in 2012, he made a memorable appearance in the comedy sketch show “Key & Peele”, portraying the character of the White Guy in the Negraph Commercial in the episode entitled “The Branding”, in the comedy series created by Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele, known for its humorous and often satirical take on various topics.
In 2013, Holm guest-starred in an episode of the acclaimed sitcom “Modern Family”, playing Zack in the episode “Flip Flop”. The show revolved around the lives of the diverse and quirky members of the Pritchett-Dunphy family, with Holm sharing the screen with renowned actors such as Ed O’Neill, Sofia Vergara, Ty Burrell and Julie Bowen.
From 2013 to 2017, Holm had a recurring role in “The Mindy Project”, a comedy series created by and starring Mindy Kaling, portraying Casey Peterson, a pastor and love interest of Mindy Lahiri, the main character. Holm appeared in 12 episodes of the show, demonstrating his comedic skills alongside the talented cast that included Mindy Kaling, Chris Messina, Ed Weeks, and Ike Barinholtz.
In 2013, Holm made a guest appearance in the revived season of the beloved sitcom “Arrested Development”, portraying Supervisor Spoon in the episodes “Flight of the Phoenix” and “Moving Pictures” (Fateful Consequences release). The series followed the eccentric Bluth family and their various misadventures, and featured a talented cast, including Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett and Jessica Walter.
Holm also lent his voice to animated series – in the sitcom “High School USA!” (2013), he voiced the character Garret Philanders in the episode titled “Heroes”. The show satirized high school life and featured a voice cast that included Vincent Kartheiser, Mandy Moore and T.J. Miller.
Film Success
After gaining recognition on television, Anders Holm transitioned to film and appeared in several notable projects. In 2014, he starred as Jake in the controversial comedy film “The Interview”. Directed by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, the movie followed two journalists recruited by the CIA to assassinate North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Holm shared the screen with Seth Rogen and James Franco, who played the lead roles.
In 2015, Holm took on the role of John in the independent drama film “Unexpected”, which tells the story of a high school teacher, played by Cobie Smulders, and one of her students who unexpectedly become pregnant at the same time. Holm’s performance showed his ability to tackle more dramatic material, alongside Smulders.
“#tbt to about one year ago when I was shooting a scene with these two cuties.” #repost from Nancy Meyers #TheIntern pic.twitter.com/XsTtt3sau8
— The Intern (@TheInternMovie) July 16, 2015
The same year, he appeared as Matt Ostin in the comedy film “The Intern”. Directed by Nancy Meyers, the movie follows a retired widower, played by Robert De Niro, who becomes an intern at an online fashion retailer. Holm shared the screen with an ensemble that included Anne Hathaway, Rene Russo and Nat Wolff.
In 2016, Holm had a supporting role” as Tom in the romantic comedy “How to Be Single. The film explored the lives and relationships of a group of single individuals living in New York City. Holm appeared alongside a talented cast that included Dakota Johnson, Rebel Wilson, Alison Brie and Leslie Mann.
Holm also lent his voice to the animated comedy film “Sausage Party” (2016), providing the voice for the character Troy, a sausage. The movie follows a group of anthropomorphic food items in a supermarket, who discover the truth about their existence. Holm’s voice work added to the humor and irreverence of the film, which featured a cast that included Seth Rogen, Kristen Wiig, Jonah Hill and Michael Cera.
Continued Success
Anders continued his career rather successfully; in 2017, he appeared as Christian McRow in the comedy film “A Happening of Monumental Proportions”. The movie, directed by Judy Greer, is centered around a day of chaos and unexpected events at an elementary school. Holm’s comedic talents added to the cast, which included Jennifer Garner, Allison Janney and Common.
In 2018, Holm starred as Darren. in the comedy film “Game Over, Man!”. He not only acted in the film but also served as a screenwriter and producer; it followed three friends who must save their kidnapped idol during a party at a hotel. The movie showcased Holm’s comedic writing skills, and his ability to bring humor to the screen alongside his co-stars, Adam DeVine and Blake Anderson.
Holm also played Vince in the comedy series “Champions” in 2018. The show revolves around a former high school sports star who becomes a father when his ex-girlfriend’s teenage son comes to live with him. Holm appeared in 10 episodes of the series, which featured Mindy Kaling as one of the creators, and also starred J.J. Totah and Fortune Feimster.
In 2022, Holm joined the cast of the limited series “Inventing Anna” as Jack. The show, inspired by real events, followed the story of Anna Sorokin, a Russian con artist who posed as a wealthy New York socialite. Holm appeared in nine episodes of the series, which featured a talented cast including Julia Garner, Anna Chlumsky and Laverne Cox.
In 2023, Holm starred in the series “The Muppets Mayhem” as JJ, which centers around the beloved Muppets characters.
Furthermore, Anders is working on the upcoming Monsterverse series “Godzilla and the Titans”, currently in pre-production, but there’s no information on his role.
Net Worth
According to authoritative sources, Anders Holm’s net worth is estimated at $7 million, as of mid-2023.
Personal Life, Dating, Married, Wife, Children
Anders Holm has been married to Emma Nesper Hom, his high school sweetheart, since 2011. The couple has three children.
Appearance and Body Measurements
Anders Holm has light brown hair and hazel eyes. He stands at a height of 6ft 4ins (1.93m), while he weighs approximately 190lbs (86kgs). His vital statistics are unknown, while he has an athletic figure.
