Benjamin Feldman(born May 27, 1980)[1]is an American actor. Throughout his career, he has undertaken roles on stage, including theBroadwayplayThe Graduate,along with more prominent roles in television series such as his role asJonah Simmsin theNBCsitcomSuperstore(2015–2021),Michael GinsberginMad Men(2012–2014) which earned him aPrimetime Emmy Awardnomination, and Ron LaFlamme inSilicon Valley(2014–2019). He has also played lead characters in films includingThe Perfect Man(2005).
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 Feldman atNBCUniversal's Summer TCA Tour in 2014 | |
| Born | Benjamin Feldman May 27, 1980 Washington, D.C.,U.S. |
| Education | Ithaca College(BFA) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Spouse |
Michelle Mulitz (m.2013) |
| Children | 2 |
Early life and education
editFeldman was born on May 27, 1980, inWashington, D.C.and raised in theChevy Chaseneighborhood.[2]His mother is Marcia Muir Mitchell, a writer,[3][4][5][6]and his father is Robert "Bob" Feldman, who runs a Maryland advertising agency.[7][8]His stepmother is Kris Feldman, a realtor.[9][10]Feldman is from a Jewish family and attendedConservative JewishandOrthodox Jewishsynagogues and schools.[11][12]He has a sister, Morgan Leiter, who works in fashion.[13]His aunt through his stepmother,Susan Feniger,is a chef in Los Angeles.[14]
He was involved in acting camp and school theater from the age of 6. He attendedWinston Churchill High SchoolinPotomac, Marylandand graduated with the class of 1998. He worked as a camp counselor in the theater and taught avideographyclass for several summers inBethesda,and attendedIthaca Collegein Ithaca,New York,where he received aBachelor of Fine Artsin acting.[15]
After graduating, he moved toNew York City,where he performed onBroadwayand eventually moved toLos Angelesto act in film and television.[16]
In 2024, Feldman was nominated for aLogie Awardfor his work on the Stan Australia seriesPopulation 11.[17]
Career
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Feldman played Josh Reeves in the TV seriesLiving with Franfor one season in 2005. From 2009 to 2011, he was a regular on the television seriesDrop Dead Divain the role of guardian angelFredbefore leaving the series at the start of the fourth season.[18]In April 2012, he joined the cast ofAMC'sMad Menas a regular, playing the characterMichael Ginsberg.[19]He also appeared as lawyerRon LaFlammeonHBO'sSilicon Valley[20]from 2014 to 2019, and from 2015 to 2021 played the leadJonah Simmsin theNBCsitcomSuperstore.[21]He also producedSuperstorein 2019-2021. In 2021, he began starring as Tylor Tuskmon in Disney'sMonsters at Work.
Other pursuits
editFeldman is co-owner of awine label,Angelica Cellars.[16]
Personal life
editFeldman lives inLos Angeles.In 2012, he became engaged to Michelle Mulitz.[22]They were married on October 12, 2013, at Smokey Glen Farm inGaithersburg, Maryland.[23][24]The couple have two children; son Charlie Milton, born October, 2017, and daughter Effie, born May, 2019.[25][26]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | When Do We Eat? | Zeke | |
| The Perfect Man | Adam Forrest | ||
| 2008 | Cloverfield | Travis Marello | |
| Extreme Movie | Len | ||
| 2009 | Friday the 13th | Richie | |
| 2011 | Limited | Chernin | Short film |
| 2012 | Sluts, Bitches and Whores! | Dan | Short film |
| Departure Date | Young Jake | Short film | |
| 2013 | Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th | Himself | Documentary film[27] |
| 2014 | As Above, So Below | George | |
| 2015 | 400 Days | Bug Kieslowski | |
| 2016 | Between Us | Henry | |
| 2017 | Thumper | Jimmy | |
| 2023 | A Tourist's Guide to Love | John | |
| 2024 | Little Death | Jayson |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Less than Perfect | Nicholas | Episode: "Rules" |
| Frozen Impact | Paramedic | TV movie | |
| The Mayor | Jake Winterhalter | TV movie | |
| 2005–2006 | Living with Fran | Josh Reeves | 26 episodes |
| 2007 | Numbers | Seth Marlowe | Episode: "Graphic" |
| Them | Floyd Grunwald | TV movie | |
| Can Openers | Mike | TV movie | |
| 2008 | Las Vegas | Herbert | 2 episodes |
| The New Adventures of Old Christine | Timmy | Episode: "The New Adventures of Old Christine" | |
| 2009 | See Kate Run | Dan Carver | TV movie |
| Medium | Justin Lydecker | 3 episodes | |
| CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Jason Devereaux | Episode: "Working Stiffs" | |
| 2009–2014 | Drop Dead Diva | Fred | 38 episodes |
| 2011 | Love Bites | Sam | Episode: "Stand and Deliver" |
| 2012–2014 | Mad Men | Michael Ginsberg | 22 episodes Nominated –Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series(2012) |
| 2013 | Major Crimes | Jason Andrews | Episode: "Under the Influence" |
| The Mindy Project | Jason Richmond | 2 episodes | |
| 2014–2015 | A to Z | Andrew Lofland | 13 episodes |
| 2014–2019 | Silicon Valley | Ron LaFlamme | 13 episodes |
| 2015 | Childrens Hospital | Leo Richie | Episode: "Home Life of a Doctor" |
| 2015–2021 | Superstore | Jonah Simms | Main cast, 113 episodes; also directed episodes "Lottery" and "Carol's Back" |
| 2017 | Hollywood Game Night | Himself | Episode: "Super Duper Store Night" |
| 2019 | Lip Sync Battle | Himself | Episode: "Ben Feldman vs.Lauren Ash" |
| 2019–2020 | Big Hero 6: The Series | Chris | Voice; 9 episodes |
| 2021–present | Monsters at Work | Tylor Tuskmon | Voice;[28]main cast |
| 2021–2022 | Tuca & Bertie | Voice; 2 episodes | |
| 2022 | Super Pumped | Larry Page | Episodes: "War" and "The Charm Offensive" |
| 2023 | American Auto | Chase Brody | Episode: "Going Green" |
| 2024 | Population 11 | Andy Pruden | Main cast, 12 episodes |
| 2025 | Mayfair Witches | Sam Larkin | Series regular |
| 2025 | Common Side Effects | Nick (voice) | Recurring role |
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