John Roberts (actor) Biography: TV Shows, Net Worth, Ethnicity, Height, Movies, Age, Girlfriend, Awards

John Roberts, professionally known as John Roberts, is an American actor, comedian, writer, singer, and voice actor.

He is best known as the voice of Linda Belcher on the Emmy Award-winning animated sitcom Bob’s Burgers.

Roberts has also appeared in The Bob’s Burgers Movie, Fire Island, Gravity Falls, Archer, The Simpsons, and The Great North.

His comedy videos on YouTube first brought him widespread attention and helped launch his career.

John Roberts
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	John Roberts
Born:	November 10, 1971 (age 54 years old)
Place of Birth:	Brooklyn, New York, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	Italian-Irish
Height:	5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Roberts
Occupation:	Actor, Comedian, Writer, Singer, Voice Actor
Net Worth:	$3 million

Early Life and Education

John Roberts was born on November 10, 1971, in Brooklyn, New York, United States. He is of Italian and Irish descent. John was raised by Mr. and Mrs. Roberts.

Information about his siblings has not been publicly disclosed. After his parents divorced, he spent much of his childhood in Edison, New Jersey.

Inspired by comedians such as Pee-wee Herman, he developed an interest in comedy at an early age. He later attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, where he earned an Associate Degree in Acting before pursuing a career in comedy and performance. He is believed to be a Christian.

Career

John Roberts began his career as a stand-up comedian and performer in New York City.

He gained widespread recognition through a series of viral YouTube comedy videos, particularly his “Jackie & Debra” sketches, which featured exaggerated impressions inspired by his family.

His online success led to television appearances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, collaborations with Margaret Cho, and comedy projects with Bob Odenkirk.

His biggest breakthrough came in 2011 when he was cast as the voice of Linda Belcher on Bob’s Burgers. Roberts based Linda‘s voice on his own mother, making the character one of television’s most beloved animated moms.

He has also voiced characters in Gravity Falls, Archer, The Simpsons, and The Great North. Beyond voice acting, he appeared in Fire Island, Stress Positions, and The Bob’s Burgers Movie, while continuing to perform live comedy and music across the United States.

Awards and Nominations

• Primetime Emmy Award – Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance – Nominee (Bob’s Burgers)
• Annie Award – Outstanding Achievement for Voice Acting in an Animated Television Production – Nominee
• OFTA Television Award – Best Voice-Over Performance – Nominee

Social Media

• Instagram: @johnrobertsfunny
• Facebook: John Roberts
• X: @JohnRobertsFun
• YouTube: John Roberts

Personal Life

John Roberts is 54 years old. He is believed to be a Christian. He is currently single. He does not have any publicly known children.

His height is 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm). There is no verified public information about his past relationships. Roberts has spoken openly about being gay, and many of his comedy routines draw inspiration from his family, upbringing, and personal experiences.

Net Worth

John Roberts has a net worth of roughly $3 million USD. His primary sources of income include voice acting, acting, comedy performances, writing, live tours, music, and YouTube content creation.

His long-running role in Bob’s Burgers has been the biggest contributor to his financial success.

Filmography

Films

• Pact (2014, Short)
• Paint It Black (2016)
• The Bob’s Burgers Movie (2022)
• Fire Island (2022)
• My Butt Has a Fever (2022, Short)
• Stress Positions (2024)

Television

• Late Night with Jimmy Fallon
• Bob’s Burgers (2011–present)
• Gravity Falls
• Archer
• Comedy Bang! Bang!
• The Mr. Peabody & Sherman Show
• The Simpsons
• The Great North

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