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Jay Chandrasekhar is a popular American comedian, film director, screenwriter, and actor. He is best remembered for his work with the sketch comedy group, Broken Lizard, and his direction and starring roles in various Broken Lizard films including, “Super Troopers” and “Beerfest.” He has directed episodes of numerous television series including, “Community” and “The Goldbergs.”
Career Highlights
Jay Chandrasekhar has experienced an exciting and successful career, to say the least.
Jay Chandrasekhar’s career began when he formed the comedy group, “Broken Lizard” with the members, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter, and Erik Stolhanske. In 1996, he began making shorts that featured the troupe, and in the same year, he directed the comedy film, “Puddle Cruiser.”
Family and Personal Life
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Jay Chandrasekhar married the popular actress, Susan Clarke in 2005 and they have been together ever since. The couple has three children.
| Wife's/Spouse's Name | Susan Clarke (m, 2005) |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes (3 Children) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | N/A/Yes (name) |
| Civil Status | Married |
Nationality, Net Worth and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Jayanth Jambulingam Chandrasekhar |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 55 years |
| Date of Birth | April 9, 1968 |
| Place of Birth | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 1.82 m, 5 feet 12 inches |
| Weight | 85 kg, 187.5 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $10 Million |
| Occupation | Actor, Comedian, Film Director, Screenwriter |
Height, Weight, and Age
Jay Chandrasekhar's height is quite tall measuring 1.82 m. Jay Chandrasekhar weighs 85 kg. Being born on April 9, 1968, translates to an age of 55 years as of todays date (July 18, 2023).
Quotes
A lot of comedies in the 1980s and 1990s had all these colors and were so brightly lit. But John Landis had this dark style, like a Scorsese film.
Jay Chandrasekhar
To me, I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago, and my identity is of a suburban Chicago person. It’s not like, ‘Oh, I’m Indian.’ I’m not. I’m American.
Jay Chandrasekhar
The film you know as ‘Super Troopers’ is a film that almost didn’t happen. The script was originally commissioned and developed by Miramax, but when it failed to get a green light, Harvey Weinstein was kind enough to give it back to us so we could make it elsewhere.
Jay Chandrasekhar
Colgate is the epitome of having it both ways. Academically, it ranks in the top twenty schools in the country, but it is also a famous party school.
Jay Chandrasekhar
I’ve written close to 20 screenplays and 100 sketches – I know exactly how to do them. They’re judged by set criteria that I know.
Jay Chandrasekhar
