Will Arnett

Will Arnett's path to comedy was not a straight line. The Toronto-born actor initially pursued a law career before dropping out to chase acting in New York and Los Angeles, where his deep, resonant voice and towering presence initially typecast him in authority roles. His breakthrough was anything but authoritative: as Gob Bluth in 'Arrested Development,' he created a masterpiece of delusional, insecure showmanship, a magician whose tricks never worked but whose ego remained unbreakable. The role showcased his genius for mining pathos from pomposity. He later leveraged his distinctive voice into a second act, most notably as the titular star of 'BoJack Horseman,' bringing a world-weary, tragic depth to the animated Hollywood has-been that defined the show's emotional core. Arnett's career is a study in intelligent comedic choices, from voice work in the 'Lego Movie' films to his production company's slate of projects, proving that a actor known for playing fools is, in fact, a sharp and enduring creative force.