John Hemphill
John Hemphill, born in 1953, is a multi-talented Canadian individual. He is not only an actor but also a writer, creator, and director. Hemphill has been associated with The Second City troupe's Toronto cast for a significant period of time. His writing contributions to SCTV brought him into contact with some of the biggest stars of Second City, including John Candy, Martin Short, Catherine O'Hara, Andrea Martin, and Eugene Levy. Hemphill's most notable on-screen contribution was Happy Marsden, the host of a children's show that broadcasts from a bar. In addition to his impressive resume, Hemphill has made appearances in several television series such as RoboRoach, The Jane Show, Little Mosque on the Prairie, Maniac Mansion, and notably portrayed the character of Bob Currie in Schitt's Creek. Furthermore, he has also made his mark in television films like Hostage for a Day and Sodbusters.
Known For
Credits
- 2020 ยทStronger Together, Tous Ensembleas Self
- 2015 ยทSchitt's Creekas Bob Currie
- 2006 ยทThe Jane Showas Jane's Dad
- 2005 ยทThe Manas Ted
- 2004 ยทNew York Minuteas Tim Brooger
- 1999 ยทRelic Hunteras Richard Ferguson
- 1996 ยทOnce a Thiefas
- 1995 ยทGoosebumpsas Doctor / SWAT Team Leader
- 1994 ยทHostage for a Dayas Andre Petrovich
- 1994 ยทSodbustersas Cole
- 1993 ยทPartners 'n Loveas Lloyd Peters
- 1990 ยทManiac Mansionas Harry "The Fly" Orca
- 1988 ยทThe Best of SCTVas
- 1987 ยทAdventures in Babysittingas Drunk at Party
- 1987 ยทThe Pink Chiquitasas Ernie Bodine
- 1987 ยทGoofballsas Aldo
- 1986 ยทReally Weird Talesas Mervis Jutt (segment "I'll Die Loving")
- 1983 ยทSCTV Channelas
- 1981 ยทSCTV Network 90as