Andrew Goldberg has built a successful career in the entertainment industry as an American television writer and producer. He gained widespread industry recognition primarily as the co-creator of the hit Netflix adult animated comedy series Big Mouth. Collaborating with his childhood friend Nick Kroll, Goldberg transformed their shared youthful experiences into a critically acclaimed television phenomenon.
Early Life and Education
Born on March 17, 1978, in White Plains, New York, Andrew Goldberg is 48 years old. He was raised in a Jewish household by his parents, Michael Goldberg and Linda Goldberg. Growing up in Westchester County, he formed a close friendship with Nick Kroll, a relationship that later served as the creative bedrock for Big Mouth, particularly its honest and humorous depiction of adolescent awkwardness.
For his higher education, Goldberg attended Columbia University in New York City for his undergraduate studies. He then pursued graduate studies in screenwriting and filmmaking at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television, sharpening the foundational skills needed for a long-term career in scripted television.
Television Career and Major Projects
Goldberg established his footprint in television writing through his work on the popular animated comedy Family Guy. Joining the writing staff in 2008, he spent several years on the show, eventually taking on roles as a story editor, supervising producer, and co-executive producer.
His career reached a defining milestone in 2017 when he co-created Big Mouth alongside Nick Kroll, Mark Levin, and Jennifer Flackett. As an executive producer and writer, Goldberg helped guide the Netflix series through multiple seasons. The show’s success led to the co-creation of the spin-off series Human Resources, which premiered in 2002 and ran for two seasons. His later television credits also include production work on Mating Season.
Personal Life, Spouse, and Family
Andrew Goldberg is married to Colleen Goldberg. The couple lives in Los Angeles, California, with their two children. In 2019, they purchased a 1920s Colonial Revival home in the Hancock Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, which they subsequently renovated into their permanent family residence. Despite his prominent work in the public eye, Goldberg largely maintains a private personal life.
Net Worth and Industry Recognition
Through his long-running career as a writer, producer, and showrunner for major animated programs, Andrew Goldberg has accumulated an estimated net worth of $5 million. His work across prominent franchises like Family Guy and Big Mouth has also earned him multiple Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Animated Program.
