Ben Schwartz is known for playing Jean-Ralphio in the American comedy TV series "Parks and Recreation." He plays an annoying yet lovable character who thinks he is a player and a baller and often uses insurance money and his father's money to buy whatever he wants. Jean-Ralphio was created for Schwartz when he met co-creator of the show Michael Schur, and he often improvised his lines.
Was a freelance writer for the Late Show with David Letterman's monologue
and Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update.
Started as an Improv and sketch performer at the Upright Citizens Brigade
Theatre.
Created the website RejectedJokes.com to highlight his short films and writing.
Co-created/wrote the book "Grandma's Dead: Breaking Bad News with Baby Animals," published by HarperCollins.
Performed at the 2007 Montreal Just for Laughs Festival in the show The
Line Up:A Sketch Showcase, directed by Bob Odenkirk, hosted by David
Cross and Bob Odenkirk.