John Early Biography: Age, Partner, Net Worth, Comedy Shows, Movies & TV Shows

John Early is an American comedian, actor, and writer renowned for his sharp, irreverent humor and distinctive blend of stand-up, sketch comedy, and musical performance.

Best known for his role as Elliott Goss in the TBS/HBO Max series Search Party (2016–2022), he has also gained acclaim for his HBO comedy special Now More Than Ever (2023) and the A24 sketch special Would It Kill You to Laugh? (2022) with collaborator Kate Berlant.

Profile

• Full Name: John Early
• Stage Name: John Early
• Born: January 21, 1988
• Age: 37 years old
• Birthplace: Nashville, Tennessee, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Comedian, Actor, Writer, Producer
• Height: 1.78 m
• Parents: Rev. Dr. John Early Sr., Margaret Early
• Siblings: None
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1–3 million

Early Life and Education

John Early, born on January 21, 1988, in Nashville, Tennessee, was raised by his parents, Rev. Dr. John Early Sr., a Presbyterian minister, and Margaret Early, a minister at a Disciples of Christ church. An only child, he grew up in a devoutly religious household, attending church weekly until age 18.

He graduated from the University School of Nashville in 2006, where he performed in school plays and developed a love for acting. Early earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in 2010, studying at the Atlantic Acting School.

Of White Caucasian descent, likely with English or Scottish roots, and though his religious beliefs are not publicly known.

Career

John Early began his career in New York’s alternative comedy scene, performing at venues like the Cake Shop and Ars Nova, where he became an Artist in Residence and Comedy Curator, hosting the monthly variety show Showgasm. His early television roles included a guest spot as Jenna Maroney’s son on 30 Rock (2012) and a part in the indie film Fort Tilden (2014), which won the SXSW Grand Jury Prize.

His breakout came in 2016 with a starring role as Elliott Goss in Search Party, a dark comedy on TBS/HBO Max, where his portrayal of a narcissistic millennial earned critical praise. That same year, he wrote and starred in a 30-minute episode of Netflix’s The Characters, showcasing his unique comedic voice.

Early’s career gained momentum with roles in films like Other People (2016), Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016), Beatriz at Dinner (2017), and The Disaster Artist (2017), alongside guest appearances on Broad City, Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp, and High Maintenance.

His collaboration with Kate Berlant produced the Vimeo miniseries 555 (2017) and the A24 sketch special Would It Kill You to Laugh? (2022), both celebrated for their absurd humor. In 2019, he appeared in CupcakKe’s “Squidward Nose” music video and starred in a Drunk History episode about Martha Mitchell.

His 2023 HBO special Now More Than Ever, a mix of stand-up, musical covers, and mockumentary sketches, highlighted his falsetto singing and satirical take on millennial culture, earning comparisons to Sandra Bernhard.

Recently, Early has continued to diversify his portfolio. He voiced a character in DC League of Super-Pets (2022) and appeared in Taylor Swift’s “Anti-Hero” music video (2022). In 2024, he joined the Broadway cast of Oh, Mary! as a standby for roles like Abraham Lincoln, alongside Cole Escola.

His stand-up show Literally Me, a New York Times Critics’ Pick four times, and his ongoing tours with Kate Berlant showcase his blend of cringe comedy, cabaret, and social commentary. Early’s advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and his membership in the Democratic Socialists of America reflect his commitment to social justice, making him an influential voice in comedy.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @bejohnce
• Facebook Handle: John Early
• Twitter Handle: @bejohnce

Personal Life

John Early, openly gay, is single and has not publicly shared details about romantic relationships. Raised in Nashville, he moved to New York City as a teenager to attend NYU and now splits his time between New York and Los Angeles.

Early officiated Amy Schumer’s wedding in 2018, a testament to his close ties in the comedy world.

Filmography

• Fort Tilden (2014)
• Other People (2016) – Gabe
• Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (2016) – Darren
• The Characters (2016) – Various (Writer/Star)
• Beatriz at Dinner (2017) – Evan
• Fun Mom Dinner (2017) – Role Unknown
• The Disaster Artist (2017) – Chris
• 555 (2017) – Various (Miniseries)
• Late Night (2019) – Reynolds
• Drunk History (2019) – Martha Mitchell Episode
• I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson (2019) – Credit Card Roulette Skit
• DC League of Super-Pets (2022) – Barry Allen / The Flash (Voice)
• Would It Kill You to Laugh? (2022) – Various (A24 Sketch Special)
• Oh, Mary! (2024) – Standby for Abraham Lincoln and others (Broadway Play)

Net Worth

John Early’s estimated net worth ranges between $1 million and $3 million USD, primarily earned through his work as a comedian, actor, and writer. Key income sources include his starring role in Search Party, his HBO special Now More Than Ever, and the A24 sketch special Would It Kill You to Laugh?.