Wiki says he graduated NYU in 88' then started writing for SNL in 90.' That's fast-was he doing stand-up during school or something? Anyone know how he got on SNL?
2006-12-18 15:00:45 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Celebrities
Biography for
Adam Sandler (I)
Birth name
Adam Richard Sandler
Nickname
Sandman
Height
5' 10" (1.78 m)
Mini biography
Adam Sandler was born on September 9, 1966, in Brooklyn, New York, to Judy and Stanley Sandler. At 17 he took his first step towards becoming a stand-up comedian when he spontaneously took the stage at a Boston comedy club. He found he was a natural comic. He nurtured his talent while at New York University (graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1991) by performing regularly in clubs and at universities. During his freshman year he snagged a recurring role as the Huxtable family's friend Smitty on "The Cosby Show" (1984). While working at a comedy club in L.A., he was "discovered" by Dennis Miller, who recommended him to "Saturday Night Live" (1975) producer Lorne Michaels and told him that Sandler had a big talent. This led to his being cast in the show in 1990, which he also wrote for in addition to performing in. After "Saturday Night Live" (1975) Sandler went on to the movies, starring in such hit comedies as Airheads (1994), Happy Gilmore (1996), Billy Madison (1995) and Big Daddy (1999/I). He has also starred in Mr. Deeds (2002) alongside Winona Ryder; Eight Crazy Nights (2002), an animated movie about the Jewish festival of Chanukah; and Punch-Drunk Love (2002). He also writes and produces many of his own films, and has composed songs for several of them, including The Wedding Singer (1998). Sandler has had several of his songs placed on the "Billboard" charts, including the classic "The Chanukah Song".
Spouse
Jackie Sandler (22 June 2003 - present) 1 child
Trade mark
Often casts Allen Covert, Peter Dante , Jonathan Loughran and former SNL players in his films.
His characters often have a penchant for a particular brand name food (i.e. Snack Packs, Subway, Popeye's chicken, etc.)
Often plays a character with a bad temper, or a short fuse.
Frequently appears in Rob Schneider films either with a large role or a small cameo.
Trivia
Adam's comedy album "Stan and Judy's Kid" set a record for most albums sold by a comedy album in its first week. It debuted at number 16 on the Billboard charts. All three of his previous comedy albums have gone platinum.
Graduated from New York University (1991).
Grew up in Manchester, New Hampshire.
Often casts Allen Covert, Blake Clark, Peter Dante, Jonathan Loughran, Steve Buscemi and former SNL players in his films such as Rob Schneider.
Was originally cast for a role in Very Bad Things (1998).
In 1988, he was hired as a VeeJay for MTV's TV-trivia game show "Remote Control" (1987).
Dated actress Alicia Silverstone.
Is a fan of professional wrestling, and most of his self-written films have references to professional wrestling in them (the principal in Billy Madison (1995), Captain Insano in The Waterboy (1998), Chief Jay Strongbow's sleeper hold in Big Daddy (1999/I), mind-wrestling and Tommy 'Tiny' Lister - a.k.a. the WWF's Zeus - in Little Nicky (2000), etc). Sandler even appeared on "WWF Smackdown!" (1999) to promote Little Nicky (2000). Kevin Nash, Bill Goldberg, '"Stone Cold" Steve Austin' ; all professional wrestlers, appeared in Adam's recent film, The Longest Yard (2005).
Announced engagement to longtime girlfriend, model/actress Jackie Sandler. [June 2002]
Ranked #35 in Premiere's 2003 annual Power 100 List. Had ranked #43 the previous two years.
His sister is a dentist.
Started Happy Madison Productions, which is behind most of his films.
His production company, Happy Madison, is named after two of his films, Happy Gilmore (1996) and Billy Madison (1995).
His beloved dog, Meatball, who also has a section on Adam's official website with photos and videos, passed away due to a heart attack, at 4 years old. He was the son of Mr. Beefy, the talking dog in Little Nicky (2000). Meatball was best "man" at Sandler's wedding and was dressed in a tux, with a yarmulka on his head. [January 27 2004].
Is a major Yankee fan, refers to the team in some of his films especially - Anger Management (2003). He has also been known to have gone to games when the Yankees are playing.
He is a huge fan of Van Halen and Styx. There is usually a reference or song in his movies.
He was originally set to play taxi driver Max in Collateral (2004) opposite Tom Cruise but he backed out to work on Spanglish (2004). Jamie Foxx was cast in Collateral (2004) instead. Jamie Foxx went on to be nominated for an Academy Award for the role.
Shares a birthday with Hugh Grant.
Was parodied by Jimmy Fallon on "Saturday Night Live" (1975).
Performed at the RNC (Republican national conference) in 2004.
Was a Resident Advisor in Brittany Hall during his time at New York University.
Spoke at Manchester Central High School's 2003 Graduation, the same school he graduated from. His nephew was one of three Valedictorians that year.
Attended WWE's Wrestlemania 21 at April 2005.
His favourite bands ever are Van Halen and Styx.
Has starred alongside Drew Barrymore in two movies: The Wedding Singer (1998) and 50 First Dates (2004).
Adam wore an Armani tux in his June 2003 wedding to Jackie Sandler.
Was considered for the role of "Willy Wonka" in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005).
He and his wife, Jackie Sandler, became the parents of a baby Sadie Madison, on May 6, 2006 in Los Angeles.
Has worked with director Frank Coraci three times: The Wedding Singer (1998), The Waterboy (1998) and _Click (2006)_ .
Ranked #24 on Premiere's 2006 "Power 50" list. Had ranked #24 in 2005 as well.
Other sister is a waitress.
Personal quotes
[after getting laser eye surgery] : Now I realize how ugly I am.
Salary
Anger Management (2003) $25,000,000 against 25% of the gross
Punch-Drunk Love (2002) $7,000,000
Little Nicky (2000) $20,000,000 plus 20% (star)
Big Daddy (1999/I) $8,000,000
Billy Madison (1995) $1,700,000
Where are they now
(September 2006) Begins filming his new move "I Now Pronounce You Chuck And Larry" in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
2006-12-18 15:09:43 · answer #1 · answered by sabrina_brookman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stanley Sandler Biography
2016-12-12 13:04:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sandler was hired as a "writer" for SNL in 1990 and became a featured player the following year, quickly making a name for himself by performing amusing original songs on the show, including "The Chanukah Song". He left the show in 1995 to focus on his acting career.
2006-12-18 15:04:54 · answer #3 · answered by greβ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At 17 he took his first step towards becoming a stand-up comedian when he spontaneously took the stage at a Boston comedy club.While working at a comedy club in L.A., he was "discovered" by Dennis Miller, who recommended him to "Saturday Night Live" producer Lorne Michaels and told him that Sandler had a big talent. This led to his being cast in the show in 1990, which he also wrote for in addition to performing in.
He was also "Jew Boy" on Remote Control.
2006-12-18 15:04:08 · answer #4 · answered by bella 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Adam Stanley – "Making Connections" is my way of connecting with people around the world with similar interests in technology, leadership, food, and life. he last player to do that was Stanley Morgan, who had a 50-yard rushing touchdown and a 70-yard punt return against Maryland in 1975.
2015-09-20 02:36:52 · answer #5 · answered by tapos 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recall that even before SNL, he was on this MTV game show called "Remote Control" hosted by Ken Ober. It aired around 1988-90 I think.
2006-12-18 15:04:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Happy Gilmore
2016-05-23 06:13:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He obviously had to suck off some jewish twink because he is the most talentless hack on the planet.....Just goes to show how stupid american society is when someone of his "caliber" rises to anything beyond bagging groceries. happy festivus all!! jack
2006-12-18 15:03:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
the cosby show
2006-12-18 15:08:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
he did standup in college
2006-12-18 15:02:10 · answer #10 · answered by AJ M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋