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Conan O'Brien

Conan O'Brien is an American television host, comedian, writer, actor, and podcaster born in 1963.

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

Conan O'Brien is an American television host, comedian, writer, actor, and podcaster best known for his late-night talk shows. Born in 1963, he hosted *Late Night with Conan O'Brien*, *The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien*, and *Conan*.

What it is

Conan O'Brien is a prominent figure in American comedy, known for his long-running late-night television career. He hosted *Late Night with Conan O'Brien* from 1993 to 2009, *The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien* from 2009 to 2010, and *Conan* on TBS from 2010 to 2021. He is also a writer and podcaster.

Key details

Born Conan Christopher O'Brien on April 18, 1963, in Brookline, Massachusetts, he was raised in an Irish Catholic family. He stands 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) tall. He has been married to Liza Powel O'Brien since 2002, and they have two children.

Why it matters

O'Brien's career has made him a staple of American late-night entertainment, with a style that blends absurdist humour and self-deprecation. His shows have reached Canadian audiences through television, comedy appearances, and podcasting, cementing his influence across North America.

In short

  • Hosted three major late-night shows: *Late Night*, *The Tonight Show*, and *Conan*.
  • Born in 1963 in Brookline, Massachusetts, and raised Irish Catholic.
  • Married to Liza Powel O'Brien since 2002; two children.
  • Known for his 6 ft 4 in height and podcasting work.
Canadian angle

Conan O'Brien is well known to Canadian audiences through American late-night television, comedy appearances, and podcasting, which have had broad reach in Canada.

Quick questions

How old is Conan O'Brien?
He was born on April 18, 1963, making him 63 years old as of 2026.
Is Conan O'Brien married?
Yes. He has been married to Liza Powel O'Brien since 2002.
What is Conan O'Brien's height?
Britannica lists him as 6 feet 4 inches tall, or 1.93 metres.

Sources

  1. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Conan-OBrien
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, late-night shows, and height.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conan_O'Brien
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, career history, and show dates.
  3. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/movies-tv/conan-obrien
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, spouse, children, and career overview.
  4. The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/21/arts/television/conan-obrien.html
    Supports: Status after leaving late-night television in 2021.
  5. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/conan-obrien/
    Supports: Birth date, age, and birthplace.
  6. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005277/faq/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and height.