Who is Marshall in How I Met Your Mother?

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Who is Marshall in How I Met Your Mother?
Marshall Eriksen (Source: Amazon)


How I Met Your Mother is an American sitcom which first premiered on September 19, 2005. The show has 9 successful seasons on CBS. The show follows Ted Mosby who decides to tell his children about the long and eventful stories of how he met their mother. He explains to his children how he was a hopeless romantic and went on to tell them about every girl he ever dated before meeting their mother.


The show is known for its flashbacks, running jokes, and unique storytelling. It has themes of love, friendship, career struggles, and personal growth. Among the characters, Marshall Eriksen is one of the main characters of the show. He is portrayed as a funny, kind, and loyal person. His character’s journey includes personal growth, challenges, and heartfelt moments. Let’s take a look at Marshall’s character and the actor who plays him.


Who is Marshall in How I Met Your Mother?


Who is Marshall in How I Met Your Mother?
Marshall Eriksen (Source: Prime Video)


Marshall Eriksen is Ted’s best friend and college roommate. He is an important part of the group and often acts as a peacemaker among friends. He shares a brotherly bond with Ted and his bond with Barney Stinson adds comedy to the show, as their different personalities create funny moments. His enthusiasm for silly traditions, food challenges, ghost stories, and his famous 'Slap Bet' punishments for Barney add to his charm.


Marshall comes from St. Cloud, Minnesota, and is proud of his background. He comes from a close, loving family and often shares his childhood stories. He looked up to his father, Marvin Eriksen Sr., and was very close to him. His upbringing shaped his character as he is portrayed as a genuine and caring person. His relationship with Lily is one of the strongest in the show. He has been in love with Lily since college and they eventually get married and have kids.


He dreams of becoming an environmental lawyer to help protect the planet. Initially, he struggles to achieve his dream because of his financial responsibilities. He starts his career at a corporate law firm but later follows his dreams. Eventually, Marshall works hard and becomes a judge.


Who plays Marshall in How I Met Your Mother?


Who is Marshall in How I Met Your Mother?
Jason Segel (Source: Apple TV/ YouTube)


Jason Segel plays the role of Marshall Eriksen in the show. He is a popular American actor, born on January 18, 1980, in Santa Monica, California. Segel developed an early interest in acting and comedy. His big break came with the cult TV show Freaks and Geeks (1999), where he played the role of Nick Andopolis. Segel gained international popularity for his role as Marshall Eriksen in How I Met Your Mother (2005–2014).


Apart from the sitcom, he is known for his work in films like Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008), I Love You, Man (2009), The Muppets (2011), Jeff, Who Lives at Home (2011), and The Five-Year Engagement (2012). He has also worked in TV shows like Dispatches from Elsewhere (2020), Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (2022-2023), and Shrinking (2023- Present). For Shrinking he has received nominations from Primetime Emmy Award, Golden Globe Awards, and Screen Actors Guild Awards.


Also read: Who is Stella in How I Met Your Mother?

FAQs about How I Met Your Mother

A. Marshall ends up with Lily Aldrin.

A. Kayla Radomski is Jason Segel’s partner.

A. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Jason Segel has a net worth of $50 million.

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