8 Things You Didn’t Know About Dan Fogler

Dan Fogler is an American actor, comedian, and writer who was born on October 20, 1976. Fogler was the second child to be born to English teacher Shari and surgeon Richard Fogler in Brooklyn, New York. Fogler is a Jew.

You may be familiar with Dan Fogler from his acting career, but there is more to his life as you will discover from the following facts.

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Dan Fogler

1. Student Of Boston University

Dan was born and raised in New York City, but he chose to attend college in New England. He attended Boston University and majored in theatre there. Some noteworthy alumni from Boston University include Julianne Moore and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. ^[1]

2. Talented Comic Book Artist

Dan is a naturally creative individual who uses other forms of expression in addition to performing. He has spent years honing his trade and is also a very talented comic book artist. He sells copies of his Fish Kill comic book through a company he owns called Fogler’s Fictions.

3. Made His Broadway Debut In Musical Comedy

Dan began his career in theatre, much like many other actors, and he has enjoyed considerable success there. In the musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, he made his Broadway debut. He received a Tony Award for his performance in the play in 2005 for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. ^[2]

4. He Enjoys Sculpting

In addition to all else he does, when he has free time, he likes to sculpt. Sadly, we were unable to locate any pictures of his sculptures. But we already know it’s great if he’s as skilled at sculpting as he is at everything else.

5. Had A Successful Voice Acting Career

Dan has a lengthy resume of live-action roles in addition to a flourishing voice-acting career. He has provided the voices for characters on sitcoms including Robot Chicken and American Dad! Also, he has provided voiceovers for well-known films including Horton Hears a Who and Kung Fu Panda. ^[3]

6. Father Of Two Daughters

Dan is incredibly passionate about his career, but his family will always come first. Since 2009, he has been wed to Jodie Capes. Jodie is a co-founder of Capes Coaching, a career counselling business with headquarters in New York. Franny and Edie, the couple’s two daughters, were born to them. ^[4]

7. Also Has A Musical Side

Dan enjoys singing and has a musical side as well. He started a band called 2nd Rate with his longtime buddy and fellow actor Law Tarello, and the group has played at many places all throughout New York City. It’s uncertain whether the band is still intact, despite the fact that there is no information to suggest that they have split. ^[5]

8. Starred In A Music Video In 2003

Dan is the epitome of a “Jack of All Trades,” and while some people would rather not be described as such, he loves it. He appeared in a music video for the Type O Negative song “I Don’t Wanna Be Me” in 2003. Since it was posted, the film has received around 12 million views on YouTube. ^[6]