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Yes, his name is Greg Proops, but what is his middle name?

Everett. He was born Gregory Everett Proops. He has given himself many different nicknames such as Proopness Monster, Proopdog, and Proopkiwi.

When was this funny comic born?

October 3, 1959. Other celebrities with the same birthday include Mark Wallice and Fred Couples. This was the same year Buddy Holly died, a person who could resemble the looks of Greg. Ironically, he was born exactly eight months after Holly died.

In what city was Greg born in?

Phoenix. Although he was born in Arizona, he was mostly raised in California in cities such as Lancaster and San Carlos, by San Francisco.

Greg is known for his love for a rather odd pet. What animal is it?

Ocelot. He actually is a proud owner of one. The ocelot’s name is Shakira.

What was the first year he appeared on “Whose Line is it Anyway?”

1989. His first episode aired on October 10, 1989, a week after his 30th birthday.

Greg has done many gigs in Britain. When did he perform in his first Edinburgh Festival?

1993. He liked it over there so much that he’s gone back several times to do it again.

Which of these game shows has Greg never won on?

Card Sharks. Greg is a bit of a trivia buff and is quite knowledgeable. Unfortunately, "Card Sharks" is a little too early for his TV era.

Greg has been on other shows because of his connections with Drew Carey, the host of the American version of “Whose Line is it Anyway?” Greg has appeared on a regular episode of the “Drew Carey Show.” What was his character’s name?

Derek. Note carefully that I said “regular episode.” He has appeared on the “Drew Live” episodes as others characters, such as the “Stall for Time Players,” for example. He appeared on the episode “Bleech Sunday,” where he worked for an advertising agency of some sort.

Which of these shows has Greg NOT hosted?

The Gong Show. He wishes to host more shows, as he is quoted as jokingly saying, “I’m available for hosting the 'Price is Right'” during a game called “Survival Show” on “Whose Line is it Anyway?”

Which of these shows has NOT appeared on?

Friends. On “Veronica’s Closet,” he played Richard Small on the episode “Veronica’s Tattooed Man.” On “Comic Remix,” Greg appeared on the fifteen episode of the first season as himself. On “Cold Pizza,” he guested as a weather anchor.