David Spade

David Spade Height, Age, Net Worth

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Quick Info David Spade :

NameDavid Wayne Spade
NickNameDavid Spade
Date of BirthJuly 22, 1964
Age (2024)60 Years
NationalityUnited States
HomeTownBirmingham, Michigan
Height5ft 7in
ProfessionAmerican comedian and actor
GirlFriendJillian Grace
ParentsJudith M. Spade, Wayne M. Spade
Net Worth35-40 Million USD
Instagram@davidspade

Who is David Spade ?

David Wayne Spade, born on July 22, 1964, in Birmingham, Michigan, is an American comedian and actor whose career has spanned stand-up comedy, sketch comedy, and film and television acting. He gained recognition as both a writer and cast member on the iconic NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 1990 to 1996. Spade’s comedic style, characterized by sarcasm and self-deprecation, became a trademark of his performances.

David Spade
David Spade

Following his tenure at SNL, Spade transitioned into acting, starring in numerous films such as “Tommy Boy” (1995), “Black Sheep” (1996), “Joe Dirt” (2001), and “Grown Ups” (2010) and its sequel. He also found success on television, starring in sitcoms like “Just Shoot Me!” (1997–2003) and “Rules of Engagement” (2007–2013), as well as portraying C. J. Barnes in “8 Simple Rules” (2004–2005).

In addition to his live-action work, Spade has lent his voice to animated characters in films like “The Emperor’s New Groove” (2000) and its sequel, “Kronk’s New Groove” (2005), and the Hotel Transylvania film series (2012–2022).

Facts about David Spade :

  • David Spade is an American comedian and actor born on July 22, 1964.
  • He rose to fame on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) from 1990 to 1996.
  • Spade is known for his sarcastic wit and self-deprecating humor.
  • Before SNL, he started as a stand-up comedian after dropping out of college.
  • His first movie role was in “Police Academy 4” (1987).
  • On SNL, he created popular characters like the “Total Bastard Airlines” flight attendant and the “Hollywood Minute” reporter.
  • He was part of the SNL cast alongside Chris Farley, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, and Rob Schneider, known as the “Bad Boys” of SNL.
David Spade
David Spade
  • Spade left SNL in 1996 but returned to host in 1998 and 2005.
  • He starred in many films including “Tommy Boy” (1995), “Joe Dirt” (2001), “Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star” (2003), and the “Grown Ups” movies (2010 & 2013).
  • Spade also starred in sitcoms like “Just Shoot Me!” (1997-2003) and “Rules of Engagement” (2007-2013).
  • He received Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for his role in “Just Shoot Me!”
  • Spade is the voice of animated characters like Kuzco in “The Emperor’s New Groove” (2000) and Griffin in the “Hotel Transylvania” films (2012-2022).
  • Briefly, he hosted his own late-night talk show, “Lights Out with David Spade” in 2019.
  • Interestingly, his brother Andy Spade co-founded the fashion brand Kate Spade New York with his sister-in-law Kate Spade.
  • As a child, he lived in Arizona with his mother after his parents divorced.
  • He attended Saguaro High School and Scottsdale Community College before dropping out to pursue comedy.
  • David Spade was once catfished by a fake Victoria’s Secret model on Twitter.
  • In his early days at SNL, most of his written material was performed by Dana Carvey.
  • He reportedly received an angry phone call from Eddie Murphy for a joke made on SNL.
  • An interesting fact – David Spade once tried to catch rattlesnakes with tennis rackets as a kid!

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