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Thomas Middleditch is a Canadian actor, comedian, and television writer. He is best known for his role as Richard Hendricks on the HBO comedy series Silicon Valley.
Thomas Steven Middleditch was born on March 10, 1982, in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada. During his adolescence, he described himself as shy and reserved. This changed in eighth grade when he was cast in a school play, an experience that sparked his passion for performance. He soon became deeply involved in improvisational theater, earning recognition among his peers at school.
After high school, Middleditch attended the University of Victoria but later moved to Toronto. Though he was accepted into George Brown College for drama, he chose not to attend classes. Instead, he focused on developing his improv skills independently while working at a clothing store. His commitment to comedy eventually led him to Chicago, where he trained and performed with esteemed improv institutions The Second City and iO Theater.
While in Chicago, Middleditch auditioned for Saturday Night Live. Although he wasn’t cast, his audition led to a holding deal with NBC, prompting a move to New York City.
Middleditch's move to New York significantly advanced his entertainment career. He appeared in various television commercials and secured small roles in indie films. His first lead role came in the 2010 romantic comedy film Splinterheads opposite Rachael Taylor. He also gained attention through a recurring role in the CollegeHumor web series Jake and Amir.
In the early 2010s, Middleditch landed supporting roles in mainstream comedies such as The Campaign (2012) and Search Party (2014). However, his career breakthrough occurred in 2013 when he was cast as Richard Hendricks, the socially awkward tech entrepreneur, in HBO’s Silicon Valley. The role was reportedly inspired in part by Middleditch’s own stand-up routines and comedic persona, and it earned him critical acclaim and an Emmy nomination.
In 2019, Middleditch appeared in a small role in the comedy sequel Zombieland: Double Tap, further broadening his filmography.
Thomas Middleditch was married to costume designer Mollie Gates. The couple dated for three years before becoming engaged in June 2015 and married on August 22, 2015. Despite speculation about his sexuality due to his on-screen persona, Middleditch has publicly addressed such rumors, affirming they are unfounded. The couple later divorced in 2021.
Through his television work, film roles, and numerous commercial appearances, Thomas Middleditch has built a significant career in comedy and acting. As of recent estimates, his net worth is reported to be around $7 million, derived largely from his role in Silicon Valley and voice work in projects like Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero and Verizon advertisements.
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