Jerry Messing - Age, Family, Bio
Sophia Bowman
Updated on February 08, 2026
Actor known for his roles in Freaks and Geeks and Even Stevens. He gained viral internet fame after one of his headshots became known as the hat-tipping meme, and he was known as the Fedora Guy.
Before Fame
Freaks and Geeks was one of his first major roles.
Trivia
He played Pugsley Addams in the 1998 film Addams Family Reunion.
Family Life
He was born to James Messing and his wife. He shared a home with them in Tampa, Florida.
Associated With
Seth Rogen was his costar in Freaks and Geeks.
