Michael Strassner
Acting
Biography
Michael Strassner is a Baltimore-born actor, writer, and comedian who moved to Los Angeles after graduating from the University of Maryland to pursue a career in comedy and improv. He co-wrote and stars in the independent film The Baltimorons, which premiered at SXSW in 2025, and has appeared on shows like Parks and Recreation, Modern Family, and Black-ish, and portrayed Jerry “The King” Lawler on Young Rock.
Known For · 22 titles
The Daily Show
Modern Family
Parks and Recreation
black-ish
Life in Pieces
English Teacher
The Gay and Wondrous Life of Caleb Gallo
A Very Merry Breakup
The Baltimorons
Maid of Dishonor
Ruthie Joins a Death Cult
Grandmother's Gold
Big Boy
How to Be a Slut in America
Tuesday, New York
Carl the Exorcist
A Spy Movie
Bigfoot Famous
The Carducci Talent Show
Good Luck with Everything
Webseries: The Movie
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