“My father is Italian, and I never met my paternal grandparents. The family name was 'Caroselli' and it was changed in the mid '50s. I think they wanted to assimilate, which was pretty common, although I love the name 'Caroselli.'”

American actor, comedian, screenwriter, and producer

Steve Carell is an American actor, comedian, screenwriter, and producer. He became widely known for playing Michael Scott on the NBC sitcom The Office. Born Steven John Carell, he has also worked as a writer, director, executive producer, and producer. His career spans comedy and television production, with The Office as the role most closely linked to his public image. He has received several honors for his work, including a Golden Globe Award for The Office. Life also described him as “America’s Funniest Man.”