Beginning in 2010 , O'Malley portrayed a recurring character on '' Parenthood '' . He also hosted '' The World 's Funniest Office Commercials '' in 2010 . On July 8 , 2010 , O'Malley received a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor – Comedy Series for playing Burt Hummel on '' Glee '' . Prior to its second season , O'Malley was made a series regular on '' Glee '' . On August 8 , 2010 , O'Malley won the Teen Choice Award for Best Parental Unit . He returned to recurring guest star status for the show 's third season
Teen Choice Award
2010 Teen Choice Awards
Mike O'Malley