Ben Schwartz is an American actor, comedian, writer, and voice artist whose versatile talents have made him a fixture in television comedy and animated entertainment, most notably as the voice of Sonic the Hedgehog in the blockbuster film franchise.
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Schwartz emerged from the New York improv and sketch comedy scene in the mid-2000s, establishing himself as a writer and performer through work on *Robot Chicken* and *Saturday Night Live* before achieving breakthrough recognition as Jean-Ralphio Saperstein on NBC's *Parks and Recreation*. His career has increasingly centered on voice acting, where his energetic delivery and vocal range have made him a sought-after talent for animated series and feature films. He achieved mainstream prominence as the voice of Sonic the Hedgehog in the blockbuster film franchise, while maintaining active work across television, comedy, and creative production.
Edgemont Junior–Senior High School (graduated 1999); Union College, Schenectady, New York (B.A. Psychology and Anthropology, 2003); Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, New York City (improv training, 2001–2003)
Recordings featuring Ben Schwartz in the Society index
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