Ryan Self was born in Amarillo, TX and grew up in St. Louis, MO. He graduated from Bradley University in 2005, where he notably founded the improv group BBQ Kitten. He moved out to LA shortly after graduation to pursue acting and writing. He now writes for film and TV and acts on the stage and screen. He has taught improv comedy to hundreds of students, founded several improv organizations, and performs live with 3 teams: Roadies, Soda Jerk, and Fishes & Loaves. He married the actress Katie Self on December 14, 2013. He loves board games. Show less «