Taran Killam is a person.
Taran Hourie Killam ( born April 1 , 1982 ) is an American actor , comedian , and writer . He is best known for his television work on shows such as The Amanda Show , Wild 'n Out , Mad TV , and Saturday Night Live . Killam is also known for his portrayal of a teen pop star in the Disney Channel Original Movie Stuck in the Suburbs . Killam recently performed the role of King George III in the Broadway production of Hamilton '' at the Richard Rodgers Theatre , ending his run on the evening of April 13 , 2017 .