Rory Scovel Biography
Rory Scovel is a popular American comedian, actor, and writer who in 2011 released his debut stand-up comedy album called Dilation. Since then, he has released many stand-up specials including Third Man Record in 2013. Besides, Rory is an actor who started his career as part of the main cast on the sitcom Ground Floor from 2013–2015. He also co-hosts The Pen Pals Podcast.
Moreover, Rory co-appeared in the romantic comedy movie I Feel Pretty (2018), and also starred in and wrote for the comedy series The Eric Andre Show from 2012 to 2016. During the 2020s, Rory created and appeared in his Comedy Central series Robbie in 2020 and appeared in the Apple TV+ series Physical from 2021–2023. In 2011, he performed on Conan alongside comedian Jon Dore.
Quick Facts
Age | August 6, 1980 (44 years old) |
Show | The Pen Pals Podcast |
Net Worth | $2 million |
Wife | Jordan Boughrum |
Occupation | Stand-Up Comedian and Actor |
Rory Scovel Age
Rory was born on August 6, 1980, in Greenville, South Carolina, in the United States. He is 44 years old. Rory celebrates his birthday on August 6, every year.

Early Life And Education
He was born in Greenville, South Carolina, to his parents. Rory has six siblings, Natalie Salisbury, Lauren Scovel, Jacqueline Turbervill, Chaz Scovel, Jessica Scovel, and Jordan Scovel. His father Donald B. “Donnie” Scovel died on June 26, 2020, aged 65. Donald worked at the U.S. Postal Service for 41 years. Rory’s paternal grandparents were Connard and Joyce Bruce Scovel.
Furthermore, he studied at St. Mary’s Catholic School, later at Christ Church Episcopal School, from kindergarten to eighth grade. In 1999 Rory graduated from Greenville Senior High School. He spent one year studying at the Campus of Central Florida before joining the Campus of South Carolina Upstate, from which he earned a communications degree in 2003.
Rory Scovel Wife
Rory is married to his wife Jordan Boughrum. His wife works as an actress. The couple resides in Los Angeles. In 2015, Rory and his wife Jordan welcomed a daughter.
Rory Scovel Comedian
He is a comedian whose first comedy was at an open mic night in SC in December 2003. Rory had just graduated and was serving at a local television station WSPA as a cameraman. Later on, he relocated to Washington D.C., where he worked for three years, and later to NYC, where he served for three years until he moved to Los Angeles, where he now resides.
Rory took part in the Seattle International Comedy Competition in 2006 and made it to the finals. He has a Netflix special called Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up for the First Time, and a latest improvised stand-up special called Live Without Fear. In addition, he has opened for comedians like Louis C.K., and Daniel Tosh. Furthermore, Rory has performed at the Chicago Improv Festival.
Movies And TV Shows
Movies
– Groom with a View in 2007 as Organ Player.
– Public Service in 2009 as Leo’s Agent.
– Dead Monkey in 2011 as Ricky.
– Broken Mike (2012) as himself.
– Dean in 2016 as Erick.
– The House in 2007 as Joe.
– I Feel Pretty in 2018 as Ethan.
– Distancing Socially in 2021 as Ben.
– Babylon in 2022 as The Count.
TV Shows
– The Life & Times of Tim from 2011–2012 as Jim/Jerry with 2 episodes.
– Ground Floor (2013-2015) as Harvard.
– Undateable (2014-2016) as Kevin.
– Animals in 2016 as Ronnie.
– Casual in 2016 Patrick.
– Wrecked (2016-2017) as Corey.
– Superstore (2020-2021) 4 episodes as Dr. Brian Patterson.
– Physical (2021-2023) as Danny Rubin.
Art
Rory has done art and painting print on 100% cotton rag archival paper, printed with archival inks. Every art print is filed by sheet size. His 4-inch prints feature a minimum half-inch margin while bigger sizes feature a minimum one-inch margin.
Tour
On April 20, 2023, Rorry toured Boston’s Wilbur Theatre. This was part of his recent cross-country trek, dubbed The Last Tour.
Tries Stand-UP For The First Time
Netflix released his special, Rory Scovel Tries Stand-Up for the First Time in 2017. Rory’s comedy special Tries Stand-Up for the First Time ratified him as one of the funniest stand-up comedians.
New Special
In February 2024, his new special Rory Scovel: Religion, Sex, and a Few Things in Between was released by Max.
Stand Up Specials
– Dilation in 2011.
– Third Man Record in 2013.
– Live Without Fear in 2021.
– Tries Stand-Up for the First Time in 2024.
– Religion, Sex, and a Few Things in Between, 2024.
Tickets
One can get tickets for Rory concerts near them. Search 2024 tour dates, place details, concert reviews, pictures, and many others at Bandsintown.
Show
Rory is the co-host of The Pen Pals Podcast. He has been co-hosting the show since 2018. Rory co-hosts the show alongside fellow comedian Daniel Van Kirk.
Charleston Special
His first hourlong stand-up special, directed by Scott Moran and filmed at the Woolfe Street Playhouse in Charleston, SC. Rory Scovel: The Charleston Special (2015) was produced entirely, from building the set to hanging lights, by Rory and a crew of his closest peers.
Atlanta
Rory stormed the stage in Atlanta, where he shared unfocused thoughts about things that mystify him, relationships, and the “Thong Song. He also attempted six straight nights of fully improvised stand-up comedy at Relapse Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia.
Height
Rory is a man of above-average stature who stands at a height of 5 ft 11 in (approx. 1.8 m).
Net Worth
Rory has a net worth of $2 million from his profession as a comedian, actor, and writer. He has been doing comedy for more than two decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Old Is Rory Scovel?
Rory is a 44-year-old who was born on August 6, 1980, in Greenville, South Carolina, in the United States.
Is Rory Scovel Married?
Rory married his wife Jordan and had a daughter born in 2015.
Who Is Rory Scovel?
Rory is a comedian who has appeared live on shows such as Conan. In 2011 his first comedy album, Dilation was released on Stand Up! Records. Rory played different sports such as soccer at the Campus of South Carolina Upstate. Moreover, he began his career in stand-up comedy presenting at open mics in Spartanburg, SC.
Social Media Account
Instagram – roryscovel