Charlie Day

Biography

Charlie Day, born Charles Peckham Day on February 9, 1976, is a prominent American actor, writer, and producer renowned for his vibrant presence in both television and film. He gained widespread acclaim for his role as Charlie Kelly in the long-running FX dark comedy series *It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia*, which premiered in 2005. In addition to acting alongside Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson, Glenn Howerton, and Danny DeVito, Day has also contributed as a writer and executive producer, earning nominations for a Critics' Choice Television Award and a Satellite Award in 2011.

Day's creative talents extend beyond *It's Always Sunny*; he co-created the Fox sitcom *The Cool Kids* (2018-2019) with Paul Fruchbom and the Apple TV+ series *Mythic Quest* (2020-2025) alongside McElhenney and Megan Ganz.

In the realm of film, Day is celebrated for his memorable roles, including biologist Dr. Newton Geiszler in Guillermo del Toro’s *Pacific Rim* (2013) and its sequel, *Pacific Rim Uprising* (2018). He also starred as Dale Arbus in the comedies *Horrible Bosses* (2011) and its sequel, and played teacher Andy Campbell in *Fist Fight* (2017). His voice work includes characters in *Monsters University* (2013), the *Lego Movie* franchise, and Luigi in *The Super Mario Bros. Movie* (2023). In 2023, Day made his directorial debut with *Fool's Paradise*, showcasing his multifaceted talent in the entertainment industry.