| Who is it? | Writer, Producer, Actor |
| Birth Day | December 03, 1952 |
| Birth Place | Pennsville, New Jersey, United States |
| Age | 70 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
| Birth name | Ritchie A. Shidner |
| Medium | Stand-up, television, film |
| Years active | 1977–present |
| Genres | Improvisational comedy, observational comedy |
| Spouse | Carol Leifer (1981-1987) |
| Children | 2 |
Ritch Shydner, a well-known writer, producer, and actor in the United States, is reportedly estimated to have a net worth ranging between $100,000 and $1 million in 2024. With an illustrious career that spans across various disciplines in the entertainment industry, Shydner has made a significant impact and amassed considerable success. His contributions to writing, producing, and acting have not only garnered critical acclaim but also propelled his financial standing to impressive heights. As the years progress, it will be fascinating to witness the continued growth and accomplishments of this talented individual.
In the mid-1970s, Shydner went to open mic nights at local coffeehouses, and began opening for bands in Washington, D.C. and New York City. In 1982, he brought his act to Los Angeles. Slowly he started getting called in to audition for casting Directors. Shydner studied acting for about four years, and landed a regular role on Married... with Children.
As a stand-up Comedian, Shydner appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Late Night with David Letterman and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno numerous times. He performed a HBO half-hour special called One Night Stand, as well as was a guest on Comics Unleashed. Aside from performing stand-up, Ritch, along with Comedian Mark Schiff, compiled stories of comedians on the road in a book called I Killed (2006).
Shydner was featured in the 2010 documentary I Am Comic, in which he traveled around the country interviewing various comedians, a process that ultimately led to his return to stand-up by going on the stage again after 13 years of retirement.
