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Seth MacFarlane is an American actor, animator, filmmaker, comedian, singer, and songwriter, best known as the creator of the animated sitcom 'Family Guy' but also recognized for his work in traditional pop and jazz music.Born in Kent, Connecticut, MacFarlane developed an early interest in drawing and music. He attended the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and later studied voice with notable teachers. While achieving massive fame as the creator, producer, and primary voice actor for 'Family Guy', 'American Dad!', and 'The Cleveland Show', he concurrently pursued a serious music career. He has released several studio albums of traditional pop standards and original compositions, performed with major orchestras, hosted the Oscars, and earned Grammy nominations.

• MacFarlane's musical journey is somewhat unexpected given his primary fame for often crude animated comedy. He studied voice with renowned teachers like Lisa Sokolov and later W. Stephen Smith, demonstrating a deep commitment to vocal technique.
• His debut album, 'Music Is Better Than Words' (2011), a collection of lesser-known standards, surprisingly earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album.
• MacFarlane frequently collaborates with top-tier arrangers and musicians, including Joel McNeely and Norah Jones, performing at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and the Royal Albert Hall.
• He hosted the 85th Academy Awards in 2013, incorporating his love for classic Hollywood musicals into the show's opening number.
• MacFarlane faced significant controversy for hosting the Oscars due to the edgy humor of 'Family Guy', and his performance was met with mixed reviews.
• Beyond performing, he composed the theme songs for his animated shows ('Family Guy', 'American Dad!', 'The Cleveland Show') and co-wrote songs for the film 'Ted'.
• He executive produced and hosted the reboot of the classic musical variety series 'The Kennedy Center Honors' (2019) and 'Holiday Sing Along' specials.