Adam SandlerAdam Sandler (born September 9, 1966) is a Jewish American actor, comedian, producer, and musician who was born in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in Manchester, New Hampshire. In the late 1980s, Sandler portrayed "Smitty" on The Cosby Show (1985-1989). He also was a performer for the MTV game show Remote Control, on which he made appearances as the characters "Trivia Delinquent" or "Stud Boy." Sandler started performing in comedy clubs by spontaneously taking the stage at a club in Boston. He was then discovered by comedian Dennis Miller, who caught Sandler's act in Los Angeles. Miller immediately recommended Sandler to Saturday Night Live producer, Lorne Michaels. Sandler was hired as a writer for Saturday Night Live in 1990 and became a featured player the following year. Sandler quickly made a name for himself by performing amusing original songs on the show, including The Chanukah Song. He left the popular show in 1995 to focus on his acting career. Sandler graduated from New York University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1991. On Sunday, June 22, 2003, he wed model Jackie Titone, whom he met on the set of Big Daddy. Sandler and Jackie Titone later worked together again in the Rob Schneider comedy Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo, which Sandler executive-produced. Filmography
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Sandler and Jackie Titone later worked together again in the Rob Schneider comedy Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo, which Sandler executive-produced. Probably not coincidentally, Wrangler was the initial sponsor of his father's #3 Chevrolet from 1980 until 1987. On Sunday, June 22, 2003, he wed model Jackie Titone, whom he met on the set of Big Daddy. He was also featured in a commercial for Wrangler jeans that used the aforementioned song as its background music. Sandler graduated from New York University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1991. has appeared in print advertisements for Drakkar Noir Cologne, one of the sponsors of his race car, and in the video for Sheryl Crow's song "Steve McQueen", which pays tribute to the late film star famous for his car chase scenes. He left the popular show in 1995 to focus on his acting career. Dale Jr. Sandler quickly made a name for himself by performing amusing original songs on the show, including The Chanukah Song. He has expressed interest in pursuing an acting career. Sandler was hired as a writer for Saturday Night Live in 1990 and became a featured player the following year. Dale Jr.'s looks have helped his media presence. Miller immediately recommended Sandler to Saturday Night Live producer, Lorne Michaels. Fans have alleged that the change was approved, in the hopes of saving NAPA Auto Parts as a team sponsor. He was then discovered by comedian Dennis Miller, who caught Sandler's act in Los Angeles. Many of Earnhardt's fans have criticized the leadership at DEI, especially Teresa Earnhardt for her approval of the crew change. Sandler started performing in comedy clubs by spontaneously taking the stage at a club in Boston. Teammate Michael Waltrip took the pole position for the Pocono 500, further bolstering the argument that Waltrip may have gotten the better end of the crew change. He also was a performer for the MTV game show Remote Control, on which he made appearances as the characters "Trivia Delinquent" or "Stud Boy.". A recovery seems unlikely, considering that Johnson and second place Greg Biffle have dominated most of the first 13 races of the season. In the late 1980s, Sandler portrayed "Smitty" on The Cosby Show (1985-1989). Earnhardt must be within 400 points of the leader by the 26th race to qualify for the Chase for the Championship. Adam Sandler (born September 9, 1966) is a Jewish American actor, comedian, producer, and musician who was born in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in Manchester, New Hampshire. is 15th in the points standings, 414 behind leader Jimmie Johnson. Shh...Don't Tell. As of June 11, 2005, Earnhardt Jr. Stan and Judy's Kid. finished fifteenth in the Aarons 499 at Talladega Superspeedway, suggesting that DEI may have lost its advantage at the restrictor plate tracks to rival Hendrick Motorsports. What's your Name?. At one point he was as far back as 29th. Subsequently, Earnhardt Jr. What the Hell Happened To Me!. On February 20 2005, Dale fell short of winning back-to-back Daytona 500 races, placing third after struggling with an ill-handling car for much of the race. They're All Gonna Laugh at You!. Rondeau served as Earnhardt's crew chief until the Coca Cola 600 weekend when he was replaced with DEI chief engineer Steve Hmiel. Bench Warmers (2006) (currently in pre-production). Peter Rondeau, a Chance 2 employee who also helped Earnhardt win the Busch Series race at Bristol in August, became the crew chief for Earnhardt in 2005. Click (2005) (currently announced start of production) (also producer). became the crew chief for the DEI #15 driven by Michael Waltrip for the 2005 season. The Longest Yard (2005). would be promoted to the team manager position for the DEI corporation, while Tony Eury, Jr. Spanglish (2004). At the close of the 2004 season it was revealed that Tony Eury, Sr. 50 First Dates (2004). Truex went on a charge late in the 2004 Busch Series season, and clinched the championship at Darlington, with a strong finish, making Earnhardt the winner of both a driver's championship (1998 and 1999) and an owner's championship (2004). Stupidity (2003) (documentary). Earnhardt as an owner was more proficient. Pauly Shore Is Dead (2003) (documentary) (voice only). That incident, combined with two consecutive DNF's in the playoffs, eventually dropped him out of the running, and finished fifth in the 2004 Nextel Cup playoff. Anger Management (2003) (also executive producer). However, he was penalized 25 points for use of an obscenity during the television broadcast, in violation of a NASCAR rule prohibiting participants from using obscene language. The Hot Chick (2002) (Cameo) (also executive producer). He was able to qualify third for the NASCAR ten-race playoff, and won his fifth Nextel Cup win of the season (a career high) was also his fifth win at Talladega (another record). A Day with the Meatball (2002) (short subject). In the fall, Junior became the first driver to sweep the weekend meet at Bristol by winning both the Busch race and Cup race in the same weekend. Eight Crazy Nights (2002) (voice) (also writer and producer). The burns did not affect Junior in the long run. Deeds (2002) (also executive producer). and his stepmother Teresa Earnhardt) and his DEI team mate (John Andretti) in the middle of the races. Mr. The burns prevented him from finishing two races where he was replaced by Martin Truex, Jr. (driver for Chance 2 Motorsports, co-owned by Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Punch-Drunk Love (2002). He suffered second and third degree burns on his neck, chin, and legs. The Animal (2001) (Cameo) (also executive producer). The car burst into flames with Junior still inside. Little Nicky (2000) (also executive producer and writer). crashed the Corvette he was testing for an American LeMans Series race at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, California. Big Daddy (1999) (also executive producer and writer). won the Daytona 500, 6 years to the day after his father won his only title in the "Super Bowl Of Motorsports." In July, during on off-weekend from NASCAR, Dale Jr. The Waterboy (1998) (also executive producer and writer). In 2004, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Dirty Work (1998) (Cameo). Still, Junior rallied to score two more wins at Talladega, a pair of Bud Pole Awards and an 11th-place finish in the final standings. The Wedding Singer (1998). finished no better than 30th. Bulletproof (1996). In the three races following Fontana, Earnhardt Jr. Happy Gilmore (1996) (also writer). He struggled after enduring a concussion at Fontana in April -- an injury he did not admit to until mid-September. Billy Madison (1995) (also writer). In 2002, Junior had a roller-coaster season. Mixed Nuts (1994). The season of emotion produced nine top-fives and 15 top-10 finishes, as well as two Bud Poles. Airheads (1994). That Talladega victory earned Junior a Winston No Bull 5 $1 million bonus. Coneheads (1993). The second victory came at Dover, Delaware, in the first race after 9/11 and the third was in the EA Sports 500 at Talladega--the site of his father's final victory. Shakes the Clown (1992). The first win came when the series returned to Daytona, the same track where Junior's father had died a few months earlier, for the Pepsi 400. Going Overboard (1989). He didn't stay down for long, though. Junior scored three emotional victories and came back to finish eighth in points. Just as his father would have done, Junior raced at Rockingham the following weekend, but crashed on the first lap and finished in 43rd-place. As Junior finished second, his father died on impact with the wall. The first major event of the season occurred in the final corner of the final lap of the 2001 Daytona 500--Junior's father crashed. came into the season assuming that the biggest obstacle he would face would be a sophomore slump, instead the year proved to be one of the most tumultuous and memorable seasons the young driver has experienced. In 2001 Earnhardt Jr. Lee, Richard and Maurice Petty had previously accomplished the feat. That occasion was only the second time that a father had raced against two sons. Junior did have a part in recreating one Winston Cup milestone in 2000 when he competed with his father and brother Kerry in the Pepsi 400 at Michigan International Speedway. Kenseth ultimately scored a 42-point victory in the rookie race. It didn't pan out that way, as frequent challenger Matt Kenseth outran Junior in the Daytona 500, and never let up in his run to the title. Before his Winston Cup rookie season in 2000, many thought Earnhardt Jr. was the front-runner for the Raybestos Rookie of the Year Award. With his father's guidance and his own experience on the short tracks throughout the Carolinas, he was ready to take a bold step forward. won consecutive NASCAR Busch Series Championships in 1998 & 1999. Earnhardt Jr. There, he developed an in-depth knowledge of chassis setup and car preparation, while racing against Kerry and their sister Kelley. Within two seasons, the young Earnhardt had honed his driving abilities to the point of joining the Late Model Stock Car division. His first race car was a 1978 Monte Carlo that he co-owned with older brother Kerry. began his professional driving career at the age of 17, competing in the Street Stock division at Concord (N.C.) Motorsport Park. Earnhardt Jr. He currently drives the #8 Budweiser Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Ralph Dale Earnhardt Jr. (born October 10, 1974 in Kannapolis, North Carolina) is the son of NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt. NASCAR. List of famous NASCAR drivers. |