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

Back to School

Professor Terguson

Saturday Night Live: 15th Anniversary

Self

Savage Dawn

Barber

Norm.

Self (archive footage)

Rodney Dangerfield Hosts the 9th Annual Young Comedians Special

himself

Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

Self (archive footage)

The Horror Hall of Fame II

Self - Presenter

I Am Sam Kinison

Self (archive footage)