George Meyer is an American actor best known for playing Writer/Producer in The Simpsons.
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Best Known For:The television show The Simpsons
Breakthrough:Became a core writer for The Simpsons during its formative early seasons in 1989
10 Quick Facts About George Meyer
- Full Name: George Meyer
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The television show The Simpsons
- Current Role: Writer and producer
- Date of Birth: January 1, 1956
- Age: 70 years old
- Place of Birth: Pennsylvania
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Maria Semple
George Meyer Age
George Meyer is about 70 years old as of 2026. George Meyer was born in 1956.
Education
He attended Harvard University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Biology.
- Harvard University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Biology
Career & Work
George Meyer's career includes acting and entertainment roles with The Simpsons.
Organization: The Simpsons
Role: Writer/Producer
Period: 1989–2005
Rise to Fame
George Meyer rose to prominence for his role on the television show The Simpsons.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include The Simpsons and Army Man.
Television
- TV Show: The Simpsons (Writer/Producer, 1989-2005)
- Work: Army Man (Founder/Writer, 1988-1990) — Highly influential underground comedy magazine
Awards & Achievements
- Primetime Emmy Award — Television Academy — The Simpsons
George Meyer Family & Relationships
George Meyer is married to Maria Semple. He has 1 child, Poppy Meyer.
- Children:
- Poppy Meyer (2003)
Lesser Known Facts
- He is often cited by fellow writers as the funniest man in the world and the primary architect of The Simpsons' humor.
Personal Information
- Full Name: George Meyer
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: January 1, 1956
- Age: 70
- Birthday: January 1
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Place of Birth: Pennsylvania
Measurements
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Maria Semple
- Children: Poppy Meyer
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Business
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- Matt Groening (Colleague • Collaborator on The Simpsons)
