Andrew McCarthy's early life was marked by a move from Westfield, New Jersey to Bernardsville when he was just 15 years old. This change of scenery had a significant impact on his upbringing and shaped his future endeavors. Prior to his relocation, McCarthy attended the Pingry School, a prestigious prep school, where he honed his skills in the performing arts by participating in plays and musicals, as well as showcasing his athletic abilities on the basketball court.
As he entered adulthood, McCarthy pursued his passion for theatre by enrolling at New York University as a theatre major. It was during this time that he landed the lead role in the 1983 film Class, a milestone in his acting career. Additionally, he attended the Circle in Square Theater School in New York, further solidifying his craft.
McCarthy's extensive acting credits include over 40 film and television appearances, including notable on and off Broadway productions such as 'Long Day's Journey'. He has consistently demonstrated his remarkable acting abilities in a wide range of projects, and his talent continues to be showcased in upcoming movies and television shows.
In a surprising turn of events, McCarthy embarked on a second career as a travel writer in the mid-2000s. His work has been featured in numerous publications, including National Geographic Traveler, Travel+Leisure, Afar, The Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal, Bon Appetit, The New York Times, Men's Journal, and Slate, among others. His dedication to travel writing has earned him recognition, including the Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism prize and the title of Travel Journalist of the Year in 2010, bestowed upon him by the Society of American Travel Writers.
