- Born
- Birth nameRobert Patrick Benedict
- Nickname
- Robbie, Benny
- Height5′ 7¾″ (1.72 m)
- Rob Benedict is an actor best known for his roles in TV and films including "Supernatural", "The Boys" "Felicity" and the movie "Waiting..."
Born and raised in Columbia, Missouri, Benedict received a degree from Northwestern University. After graduating, his passion for theater lead him to performing in regional theaters across the country, including a critically acclaimed one-man show based on the life of James Dean.
In Los Angeles he began performing in improv and sketch comedy shows and stand-up comedy. After a handful of guest star roles in tv, he was cast as Richard Coad in "Felicity", which ran for 4 years on the WB. Since then, Rob has acted in more than 80 episodes of television and film over his 25+ year career.
Writing credits include the short film Lifetripper, The Hangover 2 "Unauthorized" Documentary, and the film "The Sidekick", which starred Jordan Peele, Lizzy Caplan, Ike Barinholtz, Ron Livingston and Jason Ritter. Additionally he wrote, produced and starred in the 10 episode Lionsgate series Kings of Con.
When not acting, Benedict is the front man of the indie rock band Louden Swain, whose 10th record, "Feelings and Such", was released in 2023.
- IMDb mini biography by: JB Roberts
- SpouseMollie Benedict(1995 - 2019) (2 children)
- ChildrenCalvin BenedictAudrey BenedictMargaret Vivian Benedict
- RelativesAmy Benedict(Sibling)
- Stunningly blue eyes
- Rob is a stroke survivor - In Oct 2013, Rob has suffered a stroke during a Supernatural Convention in Toronto. He was in danger of losing his life but a quick action by his close friend Richard Speight Jr and convention volunteers saved his life. Throughout the following year, Rob made a miraculous recovery and regained all functions, especially the ability to sing. His triumphs and experiences as a survivor is recorded in lyrics on the album "Sky Alive" (2014) by his band Louden Swain, as well as in the anthology "Family Don't End With Blood: Cast and Fans on How Supernatural Has Changed Lives" (2017) where he recounts his stroke and the following events. Along with his friend actor/director Richard Speight Jr, Rob established a t-shirt campaign called 'Getting By With a Little Help' where a portion of the proceeds were donated to the National Stroke Association (2016).
- In October 2024, Benedict has announced his engagement to Scottish American Actress Ruth Connell. After four years of dating.
- Has a son named Calvin.
- Rob Benedict is the younger brother of Amy Benedict. He was born September 21, 1970 in Columbia, Missouri.
- Younger brother of Amy Benedict.
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