John Hemphill
Biography
John Hemphill, born in 1953, is a multi-talented Canadian individual. He is not only an actor but also a writer, creator, and director. He 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. His 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, he 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.
Movie Appearances
Adventures in Babysitting
as Drunk at Party
1987
Hostage for a Day
as Andre Petrovich
1994
Partners 'n Love
as Lloyd Peters
1993
Really Weird Tales
as Mervis Jutt (segment "I'll Die Loving")
1986
Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble
as Self
2020
New York Minute
as Tim Brooger
2004
Sodbusters
as Cole
1994
The Best of SCTV
1988
The Pink Chiquitas
as Ernie Bodine
1987
Goofballs
as Aldo
1987
The Man
as Ted
2005
The Incredible Time-Travels of Henry Osgood
1986
