| Richie Moriarty | |
|---|---|
_(cropped).jpg) Moriarty in 2024 | |
| Alma mater | Boston College |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Spouse | Ciara Moriarty |
| Children | 2 |
| Website | richiemoriarty |
Richie Moriarty is an American actor and comedian who has appeared in television shows including House of Cards, Orange Is the New Black, The Tick and Power. He appeared in the 2019 Super Bowl ad with John Malkovich and Peyton Manning. He currently stars as Pete Martino in the CBS comedy series Ghosts.
Early life and education
When Moriarty was five, he moved to Rockville, Maryland, where he attended Wootton High School.
He is a graduate of Boston College, where he got into improv and took classes at ImprovBoston.
Career
Moriarty had a recurring role on the show The Tick. He has also starred in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.
He has appeared in films such as How to be Single and Going in Style.
He has co-hosted a show on Comedy Central called Cinema Social Club.
He currently stars in the CBS series Ghosts, which is a remake of the BBC series of the same name. He portrays Pinecone Troop leader Peter Martino, who was accidentally shot through the neck with an arrow by one of his troop.
Personal life
He is married to Ciara Moriarty, and they have two children. He also has a sister named Colleen. He currently lives in Maplewood, New Jersey.
Filmography
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Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Ready or Knot | Dan | |
| 2016 | How to Be Single | Co-worker Stan | |
| Hamilton Impressions: 14 Celebrities in Under 2 Minutes | Impressionist | Short | |
| 2017 | Poker Nights | Christian | |
| Going in Style | Kyle Kitson | ||
| I Brought Pie | Evan | Short | |
| 2018 | Facebook or Death? | Short | |
| US Open: Before the Roar (American Express Tennis) | Superfan | Video | |
| 2019 | The Dishwasher | Todd | Short |
| 2020 | Irresistible | MSNBC Anchor | |
| Going Under | Mike | Short | |
| 2021 | Trapped | Short | |
| 2023 | Dumb Money | Additional Voices | |
| 2024 | The Instigators | Jerry the Grocer |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Portrait STUdio | Stu | |
| 2013–2015 | Above Average Presents | 2 Idiots / Dr. Franklin / Spokesman | |
| 2014 | Chasing Life | Waiter | |
| 2014–2015 | Congressional Hearings | Congressman DiSalvoSalvo | |
| 2015 | Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt | News Producer | |
| Power | Medical Examiner Tech | ||
| The Mysteries of Laura | Ted Burns | ||
| Dog People | Husband | ||
| Improvising | Richie | TV Movie | |
| 2016–2017 | The Tick | Arthur's Dad / Mr. Everest | |
| 2017–2019 | Adam Ruins Everything | John Yudkin | |
| 2017–2021 | The Truth | Byron Reed / Caleb / Evan / Jack / Thomas / Junior Senator | |
| 2018 | Teasing John Malkovich | Young Director | TV Movie |
| American Experience | Voice of Reporter from The Nation | ||
| House of Cards | Reporter | ||
| 2018–2022 | Pinkalicious & Peterrific | Mr. Swizzle / Mr. Pitney / Sidewalk Sale Man | |
| 2019 | What We Do in the Shadows | Doug Peterson | |
| The Last O.G. | Jon Carroll | ||
| Alternatino with Arturo Castro | Carl | ||
| Orange is the New Black | Mark Nelson | ||
| 64th Man | Young Michael / Pro Player 2 | ||
| 2020 | Helpsters | Hula Hoop Hank | |
| Search Party | Dumbass Host | ||
| 2021–present | Ghosts | Pete Martino | |
| 2022 | Self Center | Podcast Series | |
| Space: 1969 | Ben Schwieker | Podcast Series | |
| Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News | |||
| 2022–2023 | Hamster & Gretel | Angry Clown / Bouncy Castle |
References
- ^ "Richie Moriarty". Edge Magazine. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- ^ "About". Richie Moriarty. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ Guo, Anying (2022-01-06). "Richie Moriarty's spirited path to starring in CBS's 'Ghosts'". Washington Post. ISSN 0190-8286. Retrieved 2024-02-17.
- Nemiroff, Perri (2023-04-14). "'Ghosts': Richie Moriarty on Bringing a Very Relatable Fantasy to Screen in "Ghost Father of the Bride"". Collider. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- Darwish, Meaghan (2022-11-17). "Cornered: 'Ghosts' Star Richie Moriarty Reveals What Show Makes Him Laugh". TV Insider. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
- ^ "A Ghost Story". www.bc.edu. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- Entertainment.ie. "Richie Moriarty - About". Entertainment.ie. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- "Ghosts' Richie Moriarty Previews 'Hilarious' Bizarro Pete Episode Featuring UK Ghosts Co-Creator/Star". ca.style.yahoo.com. 2022-11-10. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- NJ.com, Amy Kuperinsky | NJ Advance Media for (2022-09-28). "Meet 'Ghosts' stars Asher Grodman and Richie Moriarty, N.J.'s pantsless finance bro and arrowed scout leader". nj. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- Darwish, Meaghan (2022-11-10). "'Ghosts' Star Richie Moriarty on Pete's 'Dumb Death' & Collab With Mathew Baynton". TV Insider. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
- "Ghosts Star Richie Moriarty On Tonight's Emotional Episode". TV Shows. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
- "Ghosts' Richie Moriarty Teases What's Next for Pete After That Emotional Reunion". E! Online. 2021-11-05. Retrieved 2024-02-18.
- Darwish, Meaghan (2022-12-14). "'Ghosts' Star Richie Moriarty Previews Holiday Musical Moment From Upcoming Special". TV Insider. Retrieved 2024-02-19.
