Kevin Nealon

Kevin Nealon is an acclaimed American comedian and actor, recognized for his wit, diverse roles, and profound impact on the comedy genre. Born on November 18, 1953, Nealon has been a stalwart in the industry, beginning his professional career in 1978. He rose to fame during a nine-year run on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 1986 to 1995, anchoring the show's news parody segment Weekend Update. His noteworthy roles extend to several movies under the Happy Madison banner, including Happy Gilmore and The Wedding Singer. Moreover, he played Doug Wilson on the Showtime series Weeds and lent his voice to Glenn Martin, DDS as the title character. His comedic versatility extends to various genres such as satire, political satire, and observational comedy, providing incisive commentary on American politics, culture, current events, and everyday life. A versatile actor, Nealon keeps pushing the boundaries of comedy, earning critical acclaim for his stellar performances alongside a Primetime Emmy Award nomination and two Screen Actors Guild Award nominations. He has also made his mark in the literary world with books detailing his personal experiences, cementing his place as a cultural icon.