One of the most well respected comedians and actors in the industry to date, Joel McHale, was raised in Seattle, Washington by his parents Jack and Laurie.

 

 

He graduated from Mercer Island High School and went on to pursue history at the University of Washington, where he also had an athletic career as a member of the championship football squad. Deeper into his academia, he achieved a master’s degree of fine arts from UW’s Actor’s Training Program.

After graduating college, McHale made a move to LA and speedily acquired roles in Will & Grace and Oliver Beene. One of the most impactful years of his career was 2004, as he booked roles in huge titles like Spider-Man 2, The Onion Movie, and Lords of Dogtown.

During that same monumental year, he began writing, producing, and starring in The Soup on E! In arguably his most famed television production, Joel counted down the most outlandish, comical, and surreal moments in the world of reality TV and celebrities each week. Joel’s clever sense of humor and witty character is what helped elevate The Soup to becoming a pop-culture phenomenon.

But that is all far from the extent of McHale’s success. Other notable roles of his include starring on the hit comedy series Community, appearing opposite Matt Damon in the comedic thriller, The Informant, and co-starring in Spy Kids 4. He was also seen in the legendary Seth Mcfarlane comedy Ted, alongside Mark Wahlberg and Mila Kunis.

Chilled had the pleasure of chatting with Joel to learn about what’s on the horizon for his career, personal downtime hobbies, bartending past, and much more.

 

Tell us about the projects you are working on.

I am working on a new comedy for Fox called Animal Control. It’s about the people that come to your home if you have a coyote or raccoon in your backyard that needs removal. Of course, Crime Scene Kitchen which will be out next year, and a couple of selfie videos that I’m hoping Amblin Entertainment will fund.

 

With your busy schedule, what do you like to do with your downtime?

I like to spend time with my family, hyperventilate, and go to my favorite airport restaurants.

 

When you go out to eat, where do you like to dine?

I like to go to Bianco’s Pizza, L’Antica, Tuning Fork, Gwen’s Steakhouse, and Aroma on Tujunga.

 

What types of dishes do you typically order?

I’m all over the map. I usually order starters, appetizers, amuse bouches, main courses, second plates, and then I will stare at the dessert menu and burst out crying.

 

Any favorite bars?

I really like Tuning Fork, Earl’s in Vancouver, The Mackenzie Room in Vancouver, Little Bear in Atlanta, Matt’s in the Market in Seattle, and Camless in Seattle.

 

What drinks do you order when out? Favorite drink?

Usually I start with sparkling wine and then non-sparkling wine and then anything in a bucket.

 

Do you prepare drinks at home?

I do prepare drinks at home, of course, I love using Q Mixers. Their Ginger Beer and Tonic Water can take any cocktail to the next level. Just add your favorite booze and you’re good to go.

 

Tell us about your home bar. What is it stocked with?

Everything. And If I don’t have it, then I’ve done something horribly wrong. I think I even have peach schnapps. Premium mixers are often overlooked on a bar cart, but I make sure to keep an assortment on hand always. My biggest party trick is fooling people into thinking I’m some crazy impressive mixologist.

 

Have you ever been a bartender?

I have never been a bartender because I would be the worst one or maybe the best one because all I would do is overpour every drink. That said, I’m better suited as Chief Happy Hour Officer for Q Mixers.

 

If you could share a drink with anyone, who would it be?

The Mormon tabernacle choir.

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