Beck Bennett Bio
Christopher Beck Bennett (born October 1, 1984) is an American actor and comedian. He was a cast member on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live for eight seasons, joining for its 39th season in 2013 and leaving at the end of its 46th season in 2021. Before SNL, he performed in AT&T’s “It’s Not Complicated” commercials, in which he interviewed children, and produced sketch videos with the comedy group Good Neighbor.
Early Life and Background
Bennett was born in Wilmette, Illinois, to Sarah and Andy Bennett. He performed in multiple shows at the Children’s Theatre of Winnetka. He graduated in 2003 from New Trier High School, where he played Jean Valjean in his school’s production of Les Misérables. Bennett attended the University of Southern California School of Dramatic Arts, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Acting.
Path to Hollywood
In 2003, Bennett joined the improv/sketch group Commedus Interruptus along with fellow future SNL cast member Kyle Mooney and Nick Rutherford. In 2007, after graduation, Mooney, Rutherford, and Bennett joined editor/director Dave McCary to form the sketch group Good Neighbor. The group received praise from comedian Louis C.K. and director Steven Spielberg, who sent them personal acknowledgment after being impressed by their parody sketch Unbelievable Dinner. In 2011, Bennett created the satirical political talk show Fresh Perspectives, which helped him land his AT&T commercials interviewing children. He also hosted the YouTube show Theatre of Life.
Beck Bennett Career
Early Career (2005–2013)
Bennett’s career began in earnest in 2005, and he gained recognition through various comedic performances. He appeared in the film Kill Me Now in 2012 and filmed Beside Still Waters by writer/director Chris Lowell. In March 2013, he appeared in an episode of Last Man Standing and voiced a character for Axe Cop for Fox’s Animation Domination High-Def programming block. That same year, Good Neighbor produced a pilot for Comedy Central, although it was not picked up as a series due to the move of three of the troupe’s four members to New York City to star on Saturday Night Live.
Breakthrough (2013–2021)
Bennett debuted as a featured player on Saturday Night Live in its 39th season on September 28, 2013. He was promoted to repertory status for SNL’s 41st season on October 2, 2015. During his time on the show, Bennett became known for his impressions and original characters. He left the show after the finale of the 46th season on May 22, 2021. In an interview, Bennett stated he left the show to be with his wife in Los Angeles. He made subsequent cameo appearances in the Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special and reprised his impression of Vladimir Putin in a pre-taped sketch in April 2025.
Notable Works and Milestones
Bennett is recognized for his work on Saturday Night Live, where he developed a strong comedic presence. He voiced Launchpad McQuack in the DuckTales reboot from 2017 to 2021 and Eric in the Sony Pictures Animation film The Mitchells vs. the Machines. He is also the voice of Hamster in the Disney Channel animated series Hamster & Gretel and is set to voice Sterling in the upcoming project Fixed.
Beck Bennett Award Nominations
Throughout his career, Beck Bennett has received recognition for his performances, particularly during his time on Saturday Night Live.
Beck Bennett Awards Won
Beck Bennett has not won any major awards but has been acknowledged for his contributions to comedy and television.
Beck Bennett Family
Beck Bennett is married to Jessy Hodges, with whom he celebrated their marriage on August 25, 2018. The couple welcomed a son in March 2022.
Personal Life
Bennett has maintained a relatively private personal life. He has been friends with fellow SNL cast member Kyle Mooney since their time as students at the University of Southern California.
