John Mulaney Says 'There's No Time for Inauthenticity' In His 40s(Exclusive)

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John Mulaney says life in his 40s feels “easier” thanks to authenticity, family and fatherhood

The comedian joins Chicago’s Years non-alcoholic beer as co-owner and creative director

He credits sobriety and family life for bringing balance, purpose and genuine joy

John Mulaney has entered a new era — one defined by fatherhood, humor, and, yes, non-alcoholic beer.

“I’m 43 now,” he says in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, emphasizing how he finds that unapologetic authenticity comes with age. “I find when you are so busy that there's no time…You couldn't fake s--- if you tried, authenticity comes naturally.”

The proud dad and husband, who shares two children, Malcolm Hiệp, 3, and 13-month-old Méi with his wife, Olivia Munn , 45, explains, “If you just fill your life