Dave McCary
Dave McCary
Dave McCary is an American comedian, writer, and director, best known for his work as a segment director and writer on Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 2013 to 2018 . He co-founded the sketch comedy group Good Neighbor with Kyle Mooney, Beck Bennett, and Nick Rutherford during their time at the University of Southern California. The group gained recognition for their unique comedic style and later joined SNL, where McCary contributed to numerous sketches and pre-taped segments. In 2017, he made his directorial debut with the film Brigsby Bear, which he co-wrote with Mooney. The film received critical acclaim for its heartfelt storytelling and imaginative premise.Vogue España+10+10IMDb+10+9Featured Biography+9Vogue+9
In 2020, McCary married actress Emma Stone, whom he had met when she hosted SNL in 2016. The couple co-founded the production company Fruit Tree, aiming to create innovative and meaningful content. They have a daughter, Louise Jean McCary, born in 2021. Despite their public profiles, McCary and Stone are known for their private and grounded lifestyle.Wikibious+3Hollywood Life+3Vogue+3Hollywood Life+4+4+4E! Online+3IMDb+3Celebrity Birthdays+3
McCary's quotes often reflect his candid and introspective nature. He has expressed a nuanced perspective on filmmaking, stating, “With filmmaking in general, I have never absorbed the traditional knowledge of film history or filmmaking. It has always been just pick up the camera and go figure it out” . This approach underscores his emphasis on practical experience and creative exploration in his work. Additionally, he has acknowledged the challenges of the entertainment industry, noting, “Working on 'SNL,' you can have a really stressful experience or a really bad week, and I could see how much of a nightmare that could be for someone who doesn't have a network of buddies going through that with them” . These insights highlight his understanding of the collaborative and often demanding nature of creative endeavors.BrainyQuote+1BrainyQuote+1BrainyQuoteBrainyQuote+1BrainyQuote+1