Andy Kaufman
Entertainer, Film actor
1949 – 1984
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Who was Andy Kaufman?
Andrew Geoffrey “Andy” Kaufman 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 ruses and pranks were major elements of his career. His body of work maintains a cult following and he continues to be respected for his original material, performance style, and unflinching commitment to character.
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- Born
- Jan 17, 1949
New York City - Also known as
- Andrew Geoffrey Kaufman
- Tony Clifton
- Baji Kimran
- Parents
- Siblings
- Spouses
- Children
- Religion
- Judaism
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- Grahm Junior College
- John L. Miller Great Neck North High School
- Lived in
- New York
- Died
- May 16, 1984
West Hollywood
Submitted
on July 23, 2013
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