

Andy Kaufman
Acting•Born January 17, 1949•Died May 16, 1984 (age 35)•New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Andrew Geoffrey "Andy" Kaufman (January 17, 1949 – May 16, 1984) was an American entertainer, actor and performance artist. While often referred to as a comedian, Kaufman did not consider himself to be one. He disdained telling jokes and engaging in comedy as it was traditionally understood, referring to himself instead as a "song-and-dance man." Elaborate hoaxes and pranks were major elements of his career. His act maintains a cult following and he continues to be respected among comedians for his original material, performance style, and unflinching commitment to character.
Known For

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962•TV Series•
7.5

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962•TV Series•
7.5

Saturday Night Live
1975•TV Series•
6.9

Saturday Night Live
1975•TV Series•
6.9

Saturday Night Live
1975•TV Series•
6.9

Saturday Night Live
1975•TV Series•
6.9

Saturday Night Live
1975•TV Series•
6.9

Saturday Night Live
1975•TV Series•
6.9
Filmography
2003
R.E.M.: In View 1988-2003 (The Best of R.E.M.)
Movieas Self (segments "Man on the Moon" and "The Great Beyond")
1983
The Rodney Dangerfield Special: I Can't Take It No More
Movieas Self / Various / Dr. Vinnie Boombatz
Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayJanuary 17, 1949
Day of DeathMay 16, 1984
Place of BirthNew York City, New York, USA
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