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Paul J. Pierce was born on April 26, 1965, in Valencia, Pennsylvania, to Janet and Joseph Pierce. He was raised in a family with a strong sense of humor and was encouraged to pursue his passion for comedy from a young age. Pierce's early life was marked by a series of comedic influences, including his father, a sports writer who often regaled him with humorous anecdotes and stories.
Pierce's interest in comedy led him to attend the University of Albany, where he began to hone his skills as a stand-up comedian. He started performing at local comedy clubs and eventually landed a spot on the popular comedy show "Catch a Rising Star." This exposure led to a series of television appearances, including a stint as a writer and performer on the sketch comedy show "The New Show."
In the late 1980s, Pierce began to make a name for himself as a stand-up comedian, touring the country and performing at various comedy clubs and festivals. He also started to make appearances on television, including a stint as a guest host on "Saturday Night Live."
In the 1990s, Pierce began to transition from stand-up comedy to acting, landing small roles in films and television shows. He made his breakthrough in the early 2000s with a starring role in the CBS sitcom "The King of Queens," a show that ran for nine seasons and earned Pierce a Golden Globe nomination.
In addition to his work on "The King of Queens," Pierce has appeared in a number of films, including "Hitch," "I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry," and "Zookeeper." He has also made appearances on a variety of television shows, including "Everybody Loves Raymond," "The Simpsons," and "Curb Your Enthusiasm."
