Patton Oswalt (born January 27, 1969) is a celebrated American stand-up comedian and actor known for his sharp wit and prolific career. He is best known for playing Spence Olchin on the sitcom The King of Queens (1998–2007) and for narrating The Goldbergs (2013–2023). Oswalt's distinctive voice brought to life iconic characters like Remy in Pixar's Ratatouille (2007) and Max in The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019). His stand-up special Patton Oswalt: Talking for Clapping (2016) earned him both a Primetime Emmy and a Grammy Award. Named after General George S. Patton, he grew up as a military brat before graduating from the College of William & Mary. Beyond these highlights, he has appeared in numerous shows and films, including Seinfeld, A.P. Bio, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and Eternals.