Patton Peter Oswalt (born January 27, 1969) is an American stand-up comedian, writer, actor, and voice actor known for roles such as Spencer Olchin in the sitcom The King of Queens and for voicing Remy in the film Ratatouille.

Biography

Oswalt married writer Michelle Eileen McNamara on September 24, 2005. They have one daughter, Alice Rigney Oswalt (born April 15, 2009).

Oswalt is an atheist, and has referenced his atheism in his comedy specials, No Reason to Complain, Feelin' Kind of Patton, My Weakness is Strong, and Finest Hour. It was also referenced by Katt Williams in the opening act of The Comedy Central Roast of Flavor Flav.

In 2013, he teamed up with PETA and spoke out against chaining pet dogs, and sent a letter to the mayor and members of the city council of Newport News, Virginia, urging them to ban the practice.

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