Adam Ferrara

BIOGRAPHy

Adam Ferrara, actor and stand-up comedian who Entertainment Weekly dubbed “Hilarious,” recently starred on Showtime’s hit series Nurse Jackie opposite Edie Falco and hosts the critically acclaimed BBC sensation, Top Gear US.  Ferrara has also proudly played Chief Needles Nelson on the Emmy® nominated FX drama series, Rescue Me.  Adam’s movie credits include costarring alongside Kevin James in the hit movie Paul Blart: Mall Cop and Definitely Maybe with Ryan Reynolds.  Ferrara’s earlier TV credits include NBC’s Law & Order, ABC’s Ugly Betty, CBS’s The King of Queens, as well as a series regular on the critically acclaimed ABC show The Job, starring opposite Denis Leary.  At a Television Critics Association press tour, Denis Leary was quoted as saying, “Adam Ferrara is a great comedian, but he’s really pissing me off now because he’s become such a great dramatic actor.” As a comic, Adam’s credits include The Late Show with James Corden, The Tonight Show and Comedy Central. Adam is an elite live performer, perfect for corporate events.

Career Path

1996Began acting career on NBC's 'Caroline in the City'.
2001Became a series regular on the ABC comedy 'The Job'.
2004Began role as Chief Needles Nelson on the FX drama 'Rescue Me'.
2009Appeared in the film 'Paul Blart: Mall Cop'.
2010Began co-hosting 'Top Gear US'.
2012Joined the cast of Showtime's 'Nurse Jackie' as Frank Verelli.
2018Appeared in the film 'Little Italy'.
2018Launched 'The Adam Ferrara Podcast'.
2023Released the comedy album 'It's Scary in Here'.
2025Cast in the upcoming film 'Nonnas'.

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