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Daniel Franzese (born May 9, 1978) is an American actor best known for his roles in the films Bully and Mean Girls. Franzese is the creator of several live comedy shows, including the 2011 rock opera Jersey Shoresical: A Frickin' Rock Opera! and his one-man stand-up performance I've Never Really Made the Kind of Money to Become a Mess in 2013. After coming out as gay in 2014, Franzese became more active in the fight for civil and human rights in the LGBTQ community; and through his portrayal of the HIV-positive character Eddie in the second season of the HBO series Looking, and its subsequent series finale television film, Looking: The Movie, he has become a well known AIDS activist in the United States. In 2020, Franzese began hosting a weekly comedy and faith podcast, Yass, Jesus! with former Trinity Broadcasting Network host Azariah Southworth.

Quick facts about Daniel Franzese

  • Full name: Daniel Franzese
  • Born: 1978-05-09
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Comedian
  • Wikidata ID: Q1160718

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Who is Daniel Franzese?

Daniel Franzese (born May 9, 1978) is an American actor best known for his roles in the films Bully and Mean Girls.

What nationality is Daniel Franzese?

Daniel Franzese is United States.

When was Daniel Franzese born?

Daniel Franzese was born on 1978-05-09.

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