Aug 29, 1982
Virgo
Chicago, IL
42 years old
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TV Actor
Echo Kellum: A Detailed Introduction
Personal Information
Full Name: Echo Kellum
Date of Birth: August 29, 1982
Age: 42 (as of 2025)
Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Ethnicity: African-American
Education: Studied at The Groundlings, iO West, and Upright Citizens Brigade
Family: Married to Brandy Brooks with two children
Profession: Actor, comedian, writer, and director
Notable Honors: Known for his work in television and voice acting
Early Life and Career
Echo Kellum grew up on the south side of Chicago and began his acting career at the age of 13 with a regional theater tour. He later moved to Los Angeles in 2009 to pursue comedy, training at renowned institutions such as The Groundlings, iO West, and Upright Citizens Brigade. His early work included performances with UCB's Harold team "Winslow" and the sketch team "New Money" .
Breakthrough Roles
Kellum's television debut came in 2011, followed by his first major role in 2012 as Tommy in the FOX sitcom Ben and Kate. He then portrayed Hunter in NBC's Sean Saves the World alongside Sean Hayes. His most notable role was as Curtis Holt/Mr. Terrific in Arrow and its spin-off DC's Legends of Tomorrow, where he played a tech genius and member of Team Arrow .
Voice Acting and Other Projects
Beyond live-action roles, Kellum has lent his voice to various animated series. He voiced King Joaquín in Disney Channel's Elena of Avalor and multiple characters in Rick and Morty. In 2023, he appeared in Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret and voiced Doug in Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken .
Personal Life
Echo Kellum is married to Brandy Brooks, and they have two children together. He is also a member of the UCB diversity committee and the Thomas Angel Foundation board, which supports scholarships for women pursuing comedy education .
Legacy
With a career spanning television, voice acting, and comedy, Echo Kellum has established himself as a versatile performer. His contributions to the entertainment industry continue to be recognized, and he remains a prominent figure in both live-action and animated projects.
