Seth MacFarlane
Seth MacFarlane is a versatile actor, voice actor, writer, producer, and director, best known for his work in animated television and film. He gained fame for creating and voicing characters in 'Family Guy' and starred in the film 'Ted.' MacFarlane is recognized for his distinctive... Read More
Known for
Family Guy (1999–)
The adventures of the eccentric Griffin family and their friends and family living in the fictional town of Quahog, Rhode Island.
A Million Ways to Die in the West (2014)
As a cowardly farmer begins to fall for the mysterious new woman in town, he must put his new-found courage to the test when...
ted (2024)
It's 1993 and Ted the bear's moment of fame has passed, leaving him living with his best friend, 16-year-old John Bennett, who lives in...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 |
The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday SpectacularHosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro, The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular returns for its dazzling ninth year.... |
Self - Performer | |
| 2024 |
Music by John WilliamsHis unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career... |
Self - Filmmaker / Vocalist | |
| 2024 |
May the 12th Be with YouIt's Mother's Day and Marge Simpson joins the moms of Disney+ on a special holiday outing that turns into an... |
Stewie Griffin (voice) | |
| 2024 |
tedIt's 1993 and Ted the bear's moment of fame has passed, leaving him living with his best friend, 16-year-old John... |
Bill Clinton (uncredited) | |
| 2024 |
tedIt's 1993 and Ted the bear's moment of fame has passed, leaving him living with his best friend, 16-year-old John... |
Ted (voice) | |
| 2023 |
Goodbye Channel 99A silent film mourning the death of Analog television. |
The Family Guy | |
| 2023 |
Pencils vs PixelsA documentary told from the voices of the "second golden age" of animation in the 1990s and 2000s about the... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Hart to HeartA-list entertainers, athletes and public figures reveal their honest, unfiltered and unexpected true selves over a glass of wine with... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Stoner CatsCats getting stoned. Animated series centered on five house cats who mysteriously become sentient. With their "higher" consciousness, they create... |
Reginald | |
| 2021 |
Stoner CatsCats getting stoned. Animated series centered on five house cats who mysteriously become sentient. With their "higher" consciousness, they create... |
Dave | |
| 2020 |
The Drew Barrymore ShowDrew Barrymore presents human-interest stories, celebrity guests, lifestyle segments and field pieces, all driven by her infectious brand of humor... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2020 |
Peacock Presents: The At-Home Variety Show Featuring Seth MacFarlaneA daily short-form variety series featuring some of the biggest stars from NBCUniversal and beyond, all from home — all... |
Self - Host | |
| 2020 | Unknown character | ||
| 2019 |
The Kelly Clarkson ShowKelly Clarkson presents the biggest newsmakers and names in film, television and music; as well as emerging new talent and... |
Self | |
| 2019 |
The Loudest VoiceThe rise and fall of Fox News founder Roger Ailes, focusing primarily on the past decade in which Ailes arguably... |
Brian Lewis | |
| 2017 |
Gwen Stefani: You Make It Feel Like ChristmasA modern take on the traditional Christmas specials featuring musical performances and fun holiday sketches. |
Self | |
| 2017 |
The OrvilleFollow the crew of the not-so-functional exploratory ship in the Earth's interstellar fleet, 400 years in the future. |
Capt. Ed Mercer | |
| 2017 |
Logan LuckyTrying to reverse a family curse, brothers Jimmy and Clyde Logan set out to execute an elaborate robbery during the... |
Max Chilblain | |
| 2017 |
Carpool Karaoke: The SeriesCelebrity pairings ride along in a car together as they sing tunes from their personal playlists and surprise fans who... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
The Truth Is in the StarsWilliam Shatner sits down with scientists, innovators and celebrities to discuss how the optimism of 'Star Trek' influenced multiple generations. |
Self | |
| 2016 |
SingA koala named Buster recruits his best friend to help him drum up business for his theater by hosting a... |
Mike (voice) | |
| 2016 |
The CowboyThe Cowboy chronicles the birth and rise of the cowboy on the silver screen, and the creation of America's most... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
TV's Funniest Animated Stars: A Paley Center for Media SpecialThe top 40 funniest cartoon characters are showcased in this TV special, as determined by a Nielsen viewers' survey. |
Self / Stewie Griffin (voice) | |
| 2015 |
Sinatra 100: An All-Star Grammy ConcertA tribute concert celebrating Frank Sinatra’s 100th birthday that promises performances from Tony Bennett, Garth Brooks, Alicia Keys, John Legend,... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
The Late Show with Stephen ColbertStephen Colbert brings his signature satire and comedy to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the #1 show in late... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2015 |
Ted 2Newlywed couple Ted and Tami-Lynn want to have a baby, but in order to qualify to be a parent, Ted... |
Ted (voice) | |
| 2015 |
StarTalk with Neil deGrasse TysonHost Neil deGrasse Tyson brings together celebrities, scientists and comedians to explore a variety of cosmic topics and collide pop... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
The Late Late Show with James CordenOnce Craig Ferguson retires, James Corden will be taking over The Late Late Show. The show is a late night... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2014 |
Robot Chicken: Christmas SpecialsThis DVD release features six Christmas special episodes from Robot Chicken's hilariously outrageous 6 seasons, plus comes loaded with holiday-themed... |
Various (voice) (archive sound) | |
| 2014 |
DeliriumSet in a world where love is deemed illegal and can be eradicated with a special procedure. With 95 days... |
Peter Griffin / Brian Griffin / Quagmire (archive footage) | |
| 2014 |
Sock or Hat?The crazy popular, wildly mundane game show where celebrities guess if it's a sock or a hat. Really, that's it. |
Self - Contestant | |
| 2014 |
A Million Ways to Die in the WestAs a cowardly farmer begins to fall for the mysterious new woman in town, he must put his new-found courage... |
Albert | |
| 2014 |
CosmosFamed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson provides clarity for the vision of the cosmos as he voyages across the universe with... |
Giordano Bruno (voice) | |
| 2014 |
CosmosFamed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson provides clarity for the vision of the cosmos as he voyages across the universe with... |
(voice) | |
| 2014 |
CosmosFamed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson provides clarity for the vision of the cosmos as he voyages across the universe with... |
President Harry S. Truman (voice) | |
| 2014 |
CosmosFamed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson provides clarity for the vision of the cosmos as he voyages across the universe with... |
Sherwood Rowland (voice) | |
| 2014 |
Late Night with Seth MeyersSeth Meyers, who is "Saturday Night Live's" longest serving anchor on the show's wildly popular "Weekend Update," takes over as... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2014 |
Late Night with Seth MeyersSeth Meyers, who is "Saturday Night Live's" longest serving anchor on the show's wildly popular "Weekend Update," takes over as... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonAfter Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent replacement. After 42 years in... |
Self - Guest | |
| 2013 |
Born Again Virgin Christmas SpecialRobot Chicken takes down Christmas once again! Our writers reveal the origins of the Heat Miser and Cold Miser. Witness... |
Santa Claus (voice) | |
| 2013 |
Starring Adam WestA documentary following the career ups and downs of television's Batman as his confidants fight to get him a star... |
Self | |
| 2013 |
Movie 43A series of interconnected short films are the backdrop for a maniac screenwriter who pitches insane storylines featuring some of... |
Seth MacFarlane (segment “The Pitch”) | |
| 2012 |
TedJohn Bennett, a man whose childhood wish of bringing his teddy bear to life came true, now must decide between... |
Ted (voice) | |
| 2012 |
FOX 25th Anniversary SpecialA special celebrating FOX's 25 years on the air. Highlights from iconic series and tributes to memorable moments, as well... |
Self | |
| 2011 |
Seth MacFarlane: Swingin' in ConcertEmmy-winning writer, producer, director, and actor of 'Family Guy', Seth MacFarlane takes to the stage to wow audiences in the... |
Self | |
| 2011 |
Comedy Central Roast of Charlie SheenIt's Charlie Sheen's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central... |
Self - Roastmaster | |
| 2011 |
Comedy Central Roast of Donald TrumpIt's Donald Trump's turn to step in to the celebrity hot seat for the latest installment of The Comedy Central... |
Self | |
| 2010 |
BBC Swingin' ChristmasMichael Parkinson presents the sensational John Wilson Orchestra in a celebration of festive musical treats from the golden age of... |
Self - Performer | |
| 2010 |
Family Guy Presents: It's a Trap!With the Griffins stuck again at home during a blackout, Peter tells the story of “Star Wars Episode VI: Return... |
Peter Griffin as Han Solo / Stewie Griffin as Darth Vader / Brian Griffin as Chewbacca / Glenn Quagmire as C-3PO / Carter Pewterschmidt as Emperor Palpatine / Roger as Moff Jerjerrod / Tim the Bear as Wickett / Live Studio Ostrich / Pee-wee Herman (voice) | |
| 2010 |
Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode IIIMillions of years from now, after Socrates, Shakespeare and the bible are long forgotten, only two great works will remain:... |
Emperor Palpatine (voice) | |
| 2010 |
ConanA late night television talk show hosted by Conan O'Brien. |
Self | |
| 2010 |
Comedy Central Roast of David HasselhoffTime to hassle the Hoff at the rudest, raunchiest television event of the year--The Comedy Central Roast of David Hasselhoff.... |
Self - Roastmaster | |
| 2010 |
The Drawn Together Movie: The Movie!When the mystery-solving musician Foxxy Love notices she and her fellow housemates can curse without being bleeped—something they've never been... |
I.S.R.A.E.L. (aka Intelligent Smart Robotic Animated Eraser Lady) (voice) | |
| 2010 |
Tooth FairyWhen minor-league hockey player Derek Thompson -- who has a penchant for knocking out his opponents' teeth every time he... |
Ziggy | |
| 2010 |
The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice!The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special – In 3-D! On Ice! is a documentary special that examined the "cultural phenomenon" of... |
Self | |
| 2009 |
Family Guy Presents: Something, Something, Something, Dark SidePeter makes good on another power outage at home by retelling "Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back". |
Peter Griffin as Han Solo / Brian Griffin as Chewbacca / Stewie Griffin as Darth Vader / Glenn Quagmire as C-3PO / Dr. Elmer Hartman as General Rieekan / Carter Pewterschmidt as Emperor Palpatine / Aaron Sorkin / Cookie Monster / Man / George Takei / Dagobah Man / Commander #2 / Driver / Ringo Starr / Empire Member #2 / Pilot #1 (voice) | |
| 2009 |
Dear Consumer (Robot Chicken's Full-Assed Christmas Special)Thor celebrates Christmas in Asgard, Santa adds Walter PPK to the bad boy list and the creators take a skewed... |
Santa Claus / Thor / Atheist Mayor (voice) | |
| 2009 |
Family Guy Presents: Seth & Alex's Almost Live Comedy ShowA commercial-free variety special starring Seth MacFarlane and his "Family Guy" co-star Alex Borstein. The half-hour special will highlight the... |
Self / Various (voice) | |
| 2009 |
BBC Proms - A Celebration of Classic MGM Film MusicalsClive Anderson introduces this special concert celebrating 75 years of classic MGM film musicals. Performing live at London's Royal Albert... |
Self- vocals | |
| 2009 |
The Cleveland ShowThe bizarre adventures of Cleveland Brown and his family. |
Tim the Bear (voice) | |
| 2009 |
FlashForwardWhen the entire world blacks out for two minutes and seventeen seconds, everyone sees a flash of their own future... |
Agent Jake Curdy | |
| 2009 |
FlashForwardWhen the entire world blacks out for two minutes and seventeen seconds, everyone sees a flash of their own future... |
FBI Agent | |
| 2009 |
Watch What Happens Live with Andy CohenBravo network executive Andy Cohen discusses pop culture topics with celebrities and reality show personalities. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2009 |
Family Guy Presents: Stewie Kills Lois and Lois Kills StewieYou can learn a lot from a maniacal baby genius bent on a world of domination, but we kinda hope... |
Peter Griffin / Stewie Griffin / Stan Smith (voice) | |
| 2009 |
Futurama: Into the Wild Green YonderLeela becomes an outlaw when she and a group of ecologically-minded feminists attempt to save an asteroid of primitive life... |
Mars Vegas Singer (singing voice) | |
| 2008 |
Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode IISeth Green and Matthew Senreich serve up more hilarious Star Wars-inspired satire in this second compilation of sketches featuring the... |
Emperor Palpatine / Dr. Ball / Figrin D'an (voice) | |
| 2008 |
Hellboy: In Service of the DemonThe making of Hellboy II: The Golden Army |
Self | |
| 2008 |
Seth MacFarlane's Cavalcade of Cartoon ComedySeth MacFarlane's Cavalcade of Cartoon Comedy is an American cartoon web series created by Seth MacFarlane. The series is based... |
Various Characters (voice) | |
| 2008 |
Seth MacFarlane's Cavalcade of Cartoon ComedyFrom the creator of Family Guy and the co-creator of American Dad! comes a brand-new animated series of pop culture... |
Various Characters (voice) | |
| 2008 |
Hellboy II: The Golden ArmyHellboy, his pyrokinetic girlfriend, Liz, and aquatic empath, Abe Sapien, face their biggest battle when an underworld elven prince plans... |
Johann Krauss (voice) | |
| 2007 |
Robot Chicken's Half-Assed Christmas SpecialHermey the Elf sucks at being a dentist. All Sally wants is a love note, but for Linus it's misery.... |
Aslan / Hermey the Elf / Santa Claus / Narrator (voice) | |
| 2007 |
Family Guy Presents: Blue HarvestWith the Griffins stuck at home during a blackout, Peter tells the story of "Star Wars Episode IV: A New... |
Peter Griffin as Han Solo / Brian Griffin as Chewbacca / Stewie Griffin as Darth Vader / Glenn Quagmire as C-3PO / Tom Tucker as Imperial Newscaster / Carter Pewterschmidt as Uncle Owen / Safeguard #1 / Italian #2 / White Guard #2 (voice) | |
| 2007 |
Phineas and FerbEach day, two kindhearted suburban stepbrothers on summer vacation embark on some grand new project, which annoys their controlling sister,... |
Jeff McGarland (voice) | |
| 2007 |
Robot Chicken: Star WarsA series of 30 sketches, following the hilarious antics of various characters from a galaxy, far, far away. |
Emperor Palpatine (voice) | |
| 2007 |
The Graham Norton ShowEach week celebrity guests join Irish comedian Graham Norton to discuss what's being going on around the world that week. The... |
Self | |
| 2006 |
Talkshow with Spike FerestenTalkshow with Spike Feresten was an American late-night talk show television program on Fox starring Spike Feresten that aired from... |
Unknown character | |
| 2006 |
Life Is ShortA comedy about a short guy who, at the behest of his crackpot life coach, leaves his perfect girlfriend to... |
Dr. Ned | |
| 2006 |
Yin Yang Yo!Two 11-year-old rabbit twins named Yin and Yang train under Master Yo, a grumpy old panda. They learn the sacred... |
The Manotaur (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Robot Chicken's Christmas SpecialThe special Christmas episode featured the second season short "A Very Dragon Ball Z Christmas", along with the first season... |
Hermey the Elf / Jesus Christ (voice) | |
| 2005 |
BonesDr. Temperance Brennan and her colleagues at the Jeffersonian's Medico-Legal Lab assist Special Agent Seeley Booth with murder investigations when the remains... |
Stewie Griffin (voice) | |
| 2005 |
The War at HomeWhen Dave and Vicky were growing up, their parents had it easy. Back then, there were no “time-outs,” no one... |
Hillary's Date | |
| 2005 |
Too Late with Adam CarollaToo Late with Adam Carolla was a late night talk show hosted by Adam Carolla and produced by Jackhole Industries,... |
Unknown character | |
| 2005 |
Stewie Griffin: The Untold StoryThe maniacal baby of the Griffin family, Stewie, meets his future self. In doing this he discovers that his future... |
Stewie Griffin / Various Characters (voice) | |
| 2005 |
American Dad: The New CIAThe American Dad short film, which preceded the theatrical run of the 2005 feature Fever Pitch, is about Stan Smith... |
Stan Smith / Roger (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Robot ChickenA series of pop-culture parodies using stop-motion animation of toys, action figures and dolls. The title character was an ordinary... |
Billy Ray Cyrus / Santa Claus / Evil Scientist (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Robot ChickenA series of pop-culture parodies using stop-motion animation of toys, action figures and dolls. The title character was an ordinary... |
Seth MacFarlane / Mark L. Walberg / Trojan Man (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Robot ChickenA series of pop-culture parodies using stop-motion animation of toys, action figures and dolls. The title character was an ordinary... |
Emperor Palpatine (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Robot ChickenA series of pop-culture parodies using stop-motion animation of toys, action figures and dolls. The title character was an ordinary... |
Unknown character | |
| 2005 |
Robot ChickenA series of pop-culture parodies using stop-motion animation of toys, action figures and dolls. The title character was an ordinary... |
Lion-O / Dan / Narrator (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Robot ChickenA series of pop-culture parodies using stop-motion animation of toys, action figures and dolls. The title character was an ordinary... |
Jerry Poppendaddi / Ratchet (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Robot ChickenA series of pop-culture parodies using stop-motion animation of toys, action figures and dolls. The title character was an ordinary... |
Santa Claus (voice) | |
| 2005 |
American Dad!The series focuses on an eccentric motley crew that is the Smith family and their three housemates: Father, husband, and... |
Stan Smith / Roger (voice) | |
| 2004 |
Complete SavagesAs a single father of five teenage boys, Nick Savage faces the daunting challenge of trying to control the mayhem.... |
Unknown character | |
| 2003 |
The PittsThe Pitts is a short-lived FOX sitcom that aired 7 half-hour episodes between March and April 2003. It is about... |
Movie Dad (voice) / Son (voice) | |
| 2003 |
The PittsThe Pitts is a short-lived FOX sitcom that aired 7 half-hour episodes between March and April 2003. It is about... |
Radio Announcer (voice) | |
| 2003 |
Real Time with Bill MaherEach week Bill Maher surrounds himself with a panel of guests which include politicians, actors, comedians, musicians and the like... |
Self | |
| 2003 |
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC. |
Self - Guest | |
| 2002 |
3-South3 South is an American animated series that aired on MTV. The show focused on two lifelong friends, Sanford and... |
Unknown character | |
| 2001 |
A Very Special Family Guy Freakin' ChristmasThe holidays are approaching, and who better to play Jesus in the town nativity scene than Stewie? Plus, Peter gives... |
Peter Griffin / Brian / Stewie / Quagmire / additional (voice) | |
| 2001 |
Star Trek: EnterpriseDuring the mid-22nd century, a century before Captain Kirk's five-year mission, Jonathan Archer captains the United Earth ship Enterprise during... |
Ensign Rivers | |
| 2001 |
Star Trek: EnterpriseDuring the mid-22nd century, a century before Captain Kirk's five-year mission, Jonathan Archer captains the United Earth ship Enterprise during... |
Engineer | |
| 2000 |
Aqua Teen Hunger ForceThe surreal adventures of three anthropomorphic fast food items: Master Shake, Frylock and Meatwad, and their human nextdoor neighbor, Carl... |
Wayne "The Brain" McClain (voice) | |
| 2000 |
Gilmore GirlsSet in the charming town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut, the series follows the captivating lives of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore,... |
Zach | |
| 1999 |
Teen Choice AwardsThe Teen Choice Awards is a teen awards show presented annually by Fox. The first awards were held in 1999.... |
Self | |
| 1999 |
FuturamaThe adventures of a late-20th-century New York City pizza delivery boy, Philip J. Fry, who, after being unwittingly cryogenically frozen... |
Seymour (voice) | |
| 1999 |
Family GuySick, twisted, politically incorrect and Freakin' Sweet animated series featuring the adventures of the dysfunctional Griffin family. Bumbling Peter and... |
Peter Griffin / Brian Griffin / Stewie Griffin / Glenn Quagmire (voice) | |
| 1997 |
The ViewABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1997 |
The ViewABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro... |
Self | |
| 1997 |
Larry and SteveA dog is adopted by a moron, and is taken to the store to go shopping. |
Larry/Steve (voice) | |
| 1996 |
The Daily ShowThe World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture. |
Self | |
| 1996 |
Return of the Sun DevilA story of a mythic samurai coming out of retirement for one final battle. |
Narrator (voice) | |
| 1995 |
MADtvMADtv is an American sketch comedy television series originally inspired by Mad magazine. The one-hour show aired Saturday nights on... |
Seth MacFarlane / Peter Griffin | |
| 1995 |
The Life of LarryThe story deals with a slob named Larry and his companion, the talking dog, Steve. |
Seth MacFarlane / Larry Cummings / Steve / Lois Cummings / Man in Underwear / Captain Kirk / Mr. Spock / Sulu / Ensign Skippee / British Man / Jeremy / Tom Hanks / Alex Trebek / Preacher / God (voice) | |
| 1995 |
What a Cartoon!Various original cartoons by some of today's top animators. |
Larry / Steve (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The SimpsonsSet in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family;... |
Ben (voice) | |
| 1988 |
LIVE with Kelly and MarkA morning talk show with A-list celebrity guests, top-notch performances and one-of-a-kind segments that are unrivaled on daytime television, plus... |
Self - Guest | |
| 1981 |
Entertainment TonightDaily tabloid television news show on entertainment and celebrity news with unprecedented access to Hollywood's biggest stars, exclusive behind-the-scenes looks... |
Self | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Self - Host | |
| 1953 |
The OscarsAn annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The various category winners are awarded a copy... |
Self - Host | |
| TBA | Ted (voice) | ||
| TBA |
StewieAfter getting the boot from his old preschool, Stewie Griffin is forced to enroll in a new one that's not... |
Stewie Griffin (voice) | |
| TBA | Peter Griffin |
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Got a question about Seth MacFarlane?
Seth MacFarlane's most successful films include 'Ted' (2012) and its sequel 'Ted 2' (2015), both of which received significant box office success and popularity.
Yes, Seth MacFarlane has won several awards, including multiple Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on 'Family Guy' and other projects.
Seth MacFarlane's first film was 'Ted' in 2012, which marked his directorial debut and became a major box office hit.
Seth MacFarlane is a trained vocalist and has released several albums, showcasing his talents in jazz and traditional pop music.
Seth MacFarlane's estimated net worth is approximately $300 million, largely attributed to his success in television and film.
Career highlights for Seth MacFarlane include creating 'Family Guy,' directing 'Ted,' and his work as a voice actor for various animated characters.
Seth MacFarlane is known for comedic roles, particularly in voice acting and creating animated characters, often with satirical elements.
Seth MacFarlane's parents are Ronald Milton MacFarlane and Ann Perry, who supported his artistic interests from a young age.