Andy Kaufman

Acting17th January 1949(died at 35)New York City, New York, USA44 titles

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.

Born

17th January 1949 · New York City, New York, USA

Died

16th May 1984

Known for

Acting

Also known as

Andrew Geoffrey Kaufman, Andrew Kaufman

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