Name: Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Profession: Actor
Born: March 19, 1977 in Amherst, Massachusetts, USA
Nationality: American
Known for: The Bear, Girls, The Punisher, NOS4A2, Andor, The Fantastic Four: First Steps
Biography:
Ebon Moss-Bachrach is an American actor celebrated for his versatile roles across television and film. Born in Amherst, Massachusetts, on March 19, 1977, he is the son of Renee Moss and Eric Bachrach, who runs a music school in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Ebon attended Amherst Regional High School and graduated from Columbia University with a degree in English Literature. His early passion for theater steered him toward a career that spans drama, comedy, and action.
He gained widespread recognition for his work as Desi Harperin in HBO’s Girls and as David Lieberman in Marvel’s The Punisher. His Emmy-winning performance as Richard “Richie” Jerimovich in FX’s hit series The Bear has further cemented his status as a dynamic performer.
In addition to starring in NOS4A2 and appearing in Andor, he is poised to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Ben Grimm/The Thing in the upcoming film The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Off-screen, Moss-Bachrach is known for his down-to-earth demeanor and dedication to family, he is married to photographer Yelena Yemchuk, with whom he has two daughters, while maintaining a passion for both the creative and culinary arts.
Awards and Accolades:
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series (2023) for The Bear
- Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series (2024) for The Bear
- Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor (2024) for The Bear
- Los Angeles Film Festival Jury Prize for Outstanding Performance in Road (2005)
Interesting Facts:
- His middle name is Che, inspired by the revolutionary Che Guevara.
- He began his acting career in theater before transitioning to film and television.
- He is set to portray Ben Grimm/The Thing in Marvel’s upcoming Fantastic Four film.
Social Media:
Instagram: @ebonmossbachrach
Twitter: @EbonMossB
