Alex Moffat Biography: Net Worth, Wife, Age, Children, Movies, TV Shows, Parents, Religion

Alexander Everett Moffat, professionally known as Alex Moffat, is an American actor and comedian best known for his six-season run as a cast member on NBC’s iconic sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live.

A versatile performer celebrated for his sharp impressions—including Eric Trump, Joe Biden, and Mark Zuckerberg—and his original recurring character ‘Guy Who Just Bought a Boat,’ he has also appeared in numerous films and television series.

Since leaving SNL in 2022, he has continued to build a diverse career on screen and stage, making his Broadway debut in The Cottage in 2023.

Alex Moffat
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Alexander Everett Moffat
Stage Name:	Alex Moffat
Born:	25 March 1982 (age 44 years old)
Place of Birth:	Chicago, Illinois, United States
Nationality:	American
Height:	1.73 m
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Moffat
Spouse:	Caroline Rau (m. 2017)
Relationship:	Married
Children:	1
Occupation:	Actor, Comedian, Writer
Net Worth:	$3 million

Early Life and Education

Alex Moffat was born on 25 March 1982 in Chicago, Illinois, to parents whose names are unknown but referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Moffat.

He was raised in the Chicago area and attended North Shore Country Day School in Winnetka, Illinois, and might have siblings, but details about them are unknown.

He went on to earn his Bachelor of Arts degree from Denison University in 2004, where he studied communication. Following college, he moved to New York City briefly before returning to Chicago to study at the Second City Training Center.

His ethnicity is Scottish, English, German, and Polish, while his religious beliefs have not been publicly disclosed.

Career

Alex Moffat began his comedy career in Chicago, becoming a regular performer at iO Theatre and The Annoyance Theatre, as well as a teacher with the Second City Training Center’s youth programs.

He also worked as a featured acro-dunker for the Chicago Bulls, performing acrobatic slam dunks during games.

He made his film debut in the 2015 indie drama Uncle John and appeared in Showtime’s Billions before landing his breakthrough role on Saturday Night Live.

Moffat joined the cast of Saturday Night Live as a featured player during the show’s 42nd season in 2016, alongside Mikey Day and Melissa Villasenor. After two seasons, he was promoted to repertory status in 2018.

During his six-year tenure, he became known for his impressions of Eric Trump, Joe Biden, Mark Zuckerberg, Anderson Cooper, and Joe Scarborough, as well as his recurring Weekend Update characters, including 'Guy Who Just Bought a Boat’.

He also appeared in films including Someone Great (2019), Holidate (2020), Clifford the Big Red Dog (2021), and voiced Jimmy in Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018).

After departing SNL in 2022, Moffat’s career continued with a diverse range of roles. He appeared in The Bear as Josh, Bad Monkey as Evan Shook, and the films Susie Searches and 80 for Brady. In 2023, he made his Broadway debut in the comedy The Cottage.

He also starred in Kinda Pregnant (2025) and Summer of 69 (2025). His influence spans both screen and stage, with a reputation for bringing levity and memorable character work to every project.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @moffatpics

Personal Life

Alex Moffat married Caroline Rau in 2017, and the couple has one child together. He met his wife in 2012 at an audition for a Velveeta Cheese commercial. The family resides in New York City.

He has publicly emphasized his commitment to his family, joking about his love for his wife in interviews.

Filmography

• Uncle John (2015)
• Billions (2016)
• Saturday Night Live (2016-2022)
• Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018)
• Someone Great (2019)
• Holidate (2020)
• The Opening Act (2020)
• Clifford the Big Red Dog (2021)
• Dating & New York (2021)
• The Bear (2022)
• Susie Searches (2022)
• 80 for Brady (2023)
• Bad Monkey (2024)
• Kinda Pregnant (2025)
• Summer of 69 (2025)

Net Worth

Alex Moffat has an estimated net worth of around $3 million USD.

This wealth has been accumulated through his successful career as a cast member on Saturday Night Live, where cast members earned approximately $25,000 per episode, as well as his numerous film and television roles.