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Andy Kaufman

Andy Kaufman

Birthday: 1949-01-17 | Place of Birth:

Andrew Geoffrey "Andy" Kaufman (January 17, 1949 – May 16, 1984) was an American entertainer, actor and performance artist. While often referred to as acomedian, 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.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

2017
Jerry Before Seinfeld

as    Self (archive footage)

2008
The Death Of Andy Kaufman

as    Himself (archive footage)

2001
The Real Andy Kaufman

as    Himself (archive footage)

1989
I'm from Hollywood

as    Himself (archive footage)

1981
1981
Heartbeeps

as    Val

1978
Taxi

as    Latka Gravas