Where Is the Cast of 'Elf' Now? We're Pretty Sure No One Is Living at the North Pole
The movie 'Elf' has been a holiday favorite since 2003. What is the cast as much as now? Hopefully no one is being cotton-headed ninny muggins.
Since its release in 2003, Elf has turn into one of the most iconic (and funniest) Christmas films of all time.
Starring Will Ferrell as Buddy the Elf, the movie follows Buddy as he travels to New York City from the North Pole to find his real father (performed by means of the mythical James Caan).
As expected, Buddy encounters some challenges adapting to the city — however quickly falls madly in love with Gimbel's worker Jovie (Zooey Deschanel).
So, where is the Elf cast now, two decades later? Ideally, they're treating each day like Christmas.
Will Ferrell (Buddy the Elf)
After the free up of Elf, Will Ferrell rolled right into one of his finest comedic roles to this point, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. His streak continued with Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby and saved the celebration going well into 2023's Barbie movie. Outside of movie, Will began his personal podcast community, Big Money Players. He has also produced fantastic displays like Succession, Eastbound and Down, and Dead to Me.
Zooey Deschanel (Jovie)
Fans were given an opportunity to hear Zooey Deschanel's actual singing voice in Elf as the unenthusiastic Gimbel's worker Jovie. She spent a while as a New Girl and had to undergo 500 Days of Summer with Joseph Gorden-Levitt. In August 2023, she and HGTV megastar Jonathan Scott were given engaged after dating for four years, in line with PEOPLE.
Bob Newhart (Papa Elf)
Papa Elf was portrayed by means of none rather then Bob Newhart — and these days, the 94-year-old comedian is nonetheless appearing, maximum just lately appearing on Young Sheldon.
“It was once heat, it used to be well-written, well-directed via Jon Favreau. … People wanted to believe in it," Bob told WTOP News of the movie. "People need that captivating, great thing about the Christmas spirit and its method of powering the sleigh."
Mary Steenburgen (Emily)
This was not the first time Mary Steenburgen jumped into the comedy ring with Will Ferrell. She also starred in Step Brothers with the comedian.
She starred in the NBC comedy Mr. Mayor alongside her husband Ted Danson, which was sadly canceled in May 2022 after two seasons. In May 2023, Mary joined a book club, kind. Along with Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, and Candice Bergen, Mary starred in Book Club: The Next Chapter, which was a sequel to 2018's Book Club.
Faizon Love (Gimbel's Manager)
Faizon Love has been keeping busy since acting in Elf appearing in several movies and TV shows including Couples Retreat, Black-ish, and Step Up: High Water.
Peter Dinklage (Miles Finch)
Before Game of Thrones, Peter Dinklage was best known for portraying Miles Finch in Elf.
Today, he is a Golden Globe and Emmy-winning actor for his impressive portrayal of Tyrion Lannister in the HBO series and also did a thrilling turn as the titular Cyrano in 2021's Cyrano. We are particularly excited about his role in the 2023 reboot of The Toxic Avenger.
Artie Lange (Gimbel's Santa)
Artie Lange is the perfect mall Santa Claus in Elf, however, he has been very open about his struggle with drug addiction. SI Live reported that in July 2022 Artie completed drug court and was "staying off the grid." Artie's longtime friend Jimmy Palumbo told the outlet he's "doing OK. He’s sober. He’s just trying to put it all in combination right now. Get himself healthy and have a clear thoughts. And he’s just not in point of fact doing anything else, any public appearances."
Andy Richter (Morris)
Andy Richter was best known for being Conan O'Brien's sidekick on his late-night talk show until that came to an end in 2021. However, Andy kept busy doing voice acting for several series including American Dad!, Marcel the Shell With Shoes On, and TrollsTopia. Following in the footsteps of his former boss, Andy started a podcast called The Three Questions with Andy Richter.
In June 2023, Andy married his girlfriend Jennifer Herrera in a ceremony officiated by Conan O'Brien, per PEOPLE.
Ed Asner (Santa)
Legendary actor Ed Asner, who plays Santa, was best known for his work in The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Roots, and Up. Unfortunately, Ed passed away in 2021 at the age of 91.
James Caan (Walter)
Godfather actor James Caan showed his funny side as Buddy's father Walter in the Christmas movie. Sadly, he passed away in 2022 at the age of 82.
"I think it is the chemistry between these two guys that in point of fact, in point of fact makes the film particular," director Jon Favreau said of Will and James' performances in Elf. "They play off every other incredibly well."
As Buddy the Elf would say, deal with on a daily basis like Christmas.
ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7pbXSramam6Ses7p6wqikaKhfmrmnecKaqq1lnqTE