Sam Kinison

Biography

Samuel Burl "Sam" Kinison (December 8, 1953 – April 10, 1992) was an American stand-up comedian and actor. He was known for his intense, harsh and politically incorrect humor. A former Pentecostal preacher, he performed stand-up routines that were most often characterized by an intense style, similar to charismatic preachers, and punctuated by his trademark scream.

Known For

Married... with Children

as Angel

Tales from the Crypt

as Marty Slash's Conscience (voice)

Back to School

as Professor Terguson

Saturday Night Live

as Self - Special Guest

Saturday Night Live

as Self - Cameo (uncredited)

Saturday Night Live

as Self - Host

Savage Dawn

as Barber

Sam Kinison: Breaking the Rules

as Self

Dark Side of Comedy

as Self (archive footage)

Sam Kinison: Family Entertainment Hour

as Himself