Craig Ferguson

Craig Ferguson:

• Full Name: Craig Ferguson

• Date of Birth: May 17, 1962

• Place of Birth: Springburn, Glasgow, Scotland

• Nationality: Scottish-American

• Occupation: Television host, stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer

Early Life and Career:

• Grew up in a working-class family in Glasgow, Scotland.
• Began his career as a stand-up comedian in the early 1980s.
• Performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and won the Perrier Comedy Award in 1992.
• Moved to Los Angeles in 1994 to pursue a career in television.

Television Career:

• Hosted "The Craig Ferguson Show," a late-night talk show on CBS, from 2005 to 2014.
• Known for his unique interview style, self-deprecating humor, and use of audience participation.
• Received multiple Emmy Award nominations for his work on the show.

Other Work:

• Appeared in several films, including "The Big Tease" (1999), "Saving Grace" (2000), and "I'll Be Seeing You" (2004).
• Published two books, "Between the Bridge and the River" (2006) and "American on Purpose" (2009).
• Hosted the game show "Celebrity Name Game" from 2014 to 2017.

Personal Life:

• Married twice, first to Anne Hogarth (1983-1998) and then to Megan Wallace Cunningham (2008-2014).
• Has one son, Milo Hamish Ferguson, from his first marriage.
• Became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2008.

Legacy:

• Known for his sharp wit, observational humor, and ability to connect with audiences from all walks of life.
• Considered one of the most successful and beloved late-night talk show hosts of all time.
• Continues to tour as a stand-up comedian and has appeared in several television shows and films since leaving "The Craig Ferguson Show."