Charley Koontz, a talented individual, was born and raised in Concord, California, a city located in the San Francisco Bay Area. He spent his formative years in Concord, eventually graduating from De La Salle High School in 2005. Following his high school diploma, Koontz pursued higher education, enrolling in Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts from this esteemed institution in 2009.
Koontz's professional career has been marked by a wide range of notable roles. He is perhaps most famous for his portrayal of 'Fat Neil' on the popular television show Community, which aired on NBC and Yahoo. Additionally, he has also appeared as Daniel Krumitz on the CBS series CSI:Cyber.
In the realm of film, Koontz has made a significant impact. His debut film, 'Rubber', directed by the renowned Quentin Dupieux, premiered at the prestigious 2010 Cannes Film Festival. This film has since developed a dedicated cult following. Koontz reteamed with Dupieux for the 2011 film 'Wrong', further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and talented actor.
Koontz is also an accomplished stage actor, having worked with the Los Angeles-based Shakespeare theatre company Will & Company. His extensive television credits include appearances on Modern Family (ABC),Perfect Couples (NBC),Awake (NBC),and Royal Pains (USA).
In the world of film, Koontz has appeared in a variety of projects, including the sexual thriller 'Contracted', directed by Eric England; the prison-set paranormal thriller Haunting of Cellblock 11; and the heist movie Road to Juarez.
Koontz is represented by Pakula/King and Associates and McGowan Management, two reputable talent agencies in the entertainment industry. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated his ability to excel in a wide range of roles, solidifying his position as a talented and versatile actor.
