Personal details
Known for
Acting
Gender
Male
Born
17 Januar 1949
Died
16 Mai 1984
Place of birth
New York City, New York, USA
Also known as
Andrew Geoffrey Kaufman · Andrew Kaufman
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.
