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Steve Gerben is an American stand-up comedian and actor. As of 2024, Gerben stars in the Netflix comedy series Tires, which he co-created with Shane Gillis and John McKeever. Gerben previously appeared in the Comedy Central web series Delco Proper and online sketch series Gilly & Keeves.[1]
Early life and career
editGerben was born in Berwyn, Pennsylvania.[citation needed] His father owned and operated Valley Forge Tire, a chain of automotive service centers, before selling the chain in 2007.[2][3] In July 2007, Gerben won Helium Comedy Club's annual "Philly's Phunniest" competition.[4]
Gerben frequently collaborates with comedians Shane Gillis and John McKeever. In 2016, he portrayed Gordy in the Comedy Central web series Delco Proper.[5] From 2020 to 2021, Gerben regularly appeared in the web series Gilly & Keeves and the feature-length Gilly & Keeves: The Special.
In 2019, Gerben appeared in a pilot for Tires that was uploaded on Gillis's YouTube channel.[6] In 2024, Netflix purchased a six-episode season of the show with Gerben serving as co-creator and executive producer, alongside Gillis and McKeever.[7] The story centers on Gerben's character, Will, a nervous and unqualified heir to his family's auto-repair chain, Valley Forge Automotive Center.[8]
Filmography
editTelevision
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Tires | Will | Netflix series; Co-creator |
Web
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Delco Proper | Gordy | 3 episodes |
| 2020-2021 | Gilly & Keeves | Various roles | Also writer; 9 episodes |
References
edit- ^ "Shane Gillis stars in new Netflix comedy 'Tires'". The Columbian. 2024-06-17. Retrieved 2024-06-29.
- ^ Davis, Bruce (June 11, 2010). "Clicking to higher sales: Pa. tire dealer helping fellow dealers leverage ´virtual assets´". www.tirebusiness.com. Retrieved June 28, 2024.
- ^ "Monro buys Valley Forge Tire, will acquire Craven Tire". Modern Tire Dealer. 2007-07-26. Retrieved 2024-06-28.
- ^ "Congratulations Steve Gerben!!! – Johnny Goodtimes". 2007-07-23. Retrieved 2024-06-29.
- ^ "Shane Gillis Tries to Help Sell Tires In Trailer for New Netflix Comedy". Yahoo News. 2024-05-10. Retrieved 2024-06-29.
- ^ Herman, Alison (2024-05-23). "Shane Gillis Netflix Sitcom 'Tires' Is a Self-Funded Showcase That Spins Its Wheels: TV Review". Variety. Retrieved 2024-06-29.
- ^ Goldberg, Lesley (2024-05-21). "Shane Gillis' Netflix Comedy 'Tires' Nabs Early Season 2 Renewal". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
- ^ "Netflix Acquires Shane Gillis Scripted Series 'Tires' Debuting May 23 - About Netflix". 2024-06-28. Archived from the original on 2024-06-28. Retrieved 2024-06-29.
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External links
edit- Steve Gerben at IMDb