Jimmy Fallon was born in 1974 in Brooklyn, New York. He was raised in Saugerties, New York, which is in upstate New York. He's since done stand up, impressions and characters across the country, in some of the biggest comedy clubs, such as the Improv (in Los Angeles) and Caroline's Comedy Club (in New York City). He also took acting classes with The Groundlings, an LA-based breeding ground for great comedians. Jimmy joined the cast of SNL 25 as a featured player in September 1998. He has already been called the best SNL player since Phil Hartman, and is popular amongst SNL fans.
Was chosen for People Magazine's 50 Most Eligible Bachelors. One sister, Gloria; mother, Gloria; father Jim. Attended the College of Saint Rose in Albany, NY. Hosted the 2001 MTV Movie Video Awards with Kirsten Dunst. His television talk show appearances include "Late Night with Conan O'Brien," "Late Show with David Letterman" and "The Oprah Winfrey Show." Lives in New York City. In 1999, he released his book: "I Hate This Place: The Pessimist's Guide To Life" which he co-wrote with his sister Gloria Fallon. Was chosen as one of the 50 Most Beautiful People in the World in 2002 by People Magazine. Jimmy's parents are from the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn in New York City. Jimmy is of Irish descent. Spoofed the music videos of Eminem, Avril Lavigne, The White Stripes, Enrique Iglesias, Dave Matthews Band and Nelly during his opening act at the 2002 MTV Music Video Awards. Became SNL 25 "Weekend Update" anchor in September 2000 alongside head writer/co-star Tina Fey. Nominated for a Grammy Award, "Best Spoken Comedy Album: The Bathroom Wall, Jimmy Fallon" (in 2003). Has released a song titled "Idiot Boyfriend" which can be seen on MTV In grade school he was voted most likely to replace David Lettermen. In June of 2003, he guest-hosted in for Dave. Often does dead-on impersonations of John Lennon and Mick Jagger on SNL 25. In one sketch, the modern day Mick Jagger (played by Jagger himself) argues in the mirror with a younger version of himself (Fallon). Wanted to be on SNL 25 ever since he was a little boy. Lives in a Gramercy Park building in New York City in which Margaret Hamilton and James Cagney once lived. Graduated from Saugerties High School in 1992. He is thinking about releasing another comedy album. He is writing a children's book called "Snowball" which is based on his song from his comedy album, "The Bathroom Wall". His "Best of Jimmy Fallon" DVD will be coming out in January 2005. Hosted the MTV Movie Awards in 2001 (along with Kirsten Dunst) and 2005. Is so famous for suddenly breaking character that breaking character is sometimes called "Jimmy Falloning".