Adam Sandler

Adam Richard Sandler is an American actor and comedian who first rose to fame as a cast member on 'Saturday Night Live' before becoming one of the most commercially successful comedic actors in film history. His broad comedies, including 'Happy Gilmore', 'Billy Madison', and 'Big Daddy', made him a defining star of studio comedy through his production company Happy Madison Productions. Sandler has also received significant critical acclaim for dramatic performances in 'Punch-Drunk Love' and 'Uncut Gems', with the latter earning him a Golden Globe nomination and widespread praise for showcasing his dramatic range beyond comedy.