Alex Hirsch

About

Alex Hirsch is a renowned American animator, writer, producer, and voice actor. Born on June 18, 1985, in Piedmont, California, he is best known for creating the critically acclaimed Disney Channel series Gravity Falls. The show, which aired from 2012 to 2016, follows twins Dipper and Mabel Pines as they unravel the mysteries of Gravity Falls, Oregon. Hirsch voiced several characters, including Grunkle Stan and Bill Cipher. His work on Gravity Falls earned numerous awards, including BAFTA and Annie Awards. Hirsch's career began after graduating from the California Institute of the Arts in 2007. He worked on shows like The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack and Fish Hooks. In addition to Gravity Falls, Hirsch has contributed to projects like Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and The Owl House. He also co-executive produced Inside Job for Netflix. Hirsch has published several Gravity Falls novels, including Journal 3 and The Book of Bill, both of which became bestsellers. His storytelling style often blends mystery, humor, and complex characters.