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Andy Kaufman

Andrew Geoffrey Kaufman | Andrew Kaufman

About the person
Career:

Acting

Date of birth:
1949-01-17
Place of birth:

New York City, New York, USA

Gender:

Male

Popularity:

1

Date of death

1984-05-16

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Biography

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.

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