Steve Martin | Born: 1945

Steve Martin is one of the most notable comedians of all time. He became known for his wacky and highly unusual style of comedy. He became famous in the 1960s as a writer for The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. Later, he became famous as a frequent host on Saturday Night Live. His numerous appearances on the show demonstrated his comedic skills. While he was known for his stand-up, he also got success as a film actor. Among the many films he starred in include L.A. Story, Parenthood, and Three Amigos. Aside from comedy and acting, Martin has also been quite successful in writing and music, having released several works over the years.

Even though he is in his 70s, Martin still amuses crowds the world over with his eccentric style of comedy. As such, he’s been given credit with numerous awards over the years, including five Grammys and an honorary Oscar.

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