Jon Lovitz
Jon Lovitz
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Jon William Lovitz is an American comedian, actor, and singer.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: July 17, 1957 (age 66)
Los Angeles, California, USA
Status: AliveNationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Professions:
+ Actor
+ Comedian
+ SingerEarly Life and Background
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Lovitz was born in Los Angeles, California. His mother, Barbara Miller Lovitz, was a city clerk, and his father, Dr. Edwin A. Lovitz, was a pathology professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Medical School.
Growing up, Lovitz's family would often hold dinner parties for local celebrities, including Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman. He attended Crossroads School in Santa Monica and later graduated from San Dieguito High School Academy.
Major Accomplishments
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Lovitz is best known for his work as a cast member on the popular sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live (SNL). During his seven-year tenure, he became famous for his impressions of celebrities like Michael Jackson and Richard Nixon. After leaving SNL in 1990, Lovitz began to focus more on film and television roles.
Some of his notable accomplishments include:
Appearing in the 1985 comedy classic "Trading Places"
Starring as Dave Karp in the 2001-2002 sitcom "Curb Your Enthusiasm"
Providing voice work for characters in animated films like "The Simpsons" and "Hotel Transylvania"
Notable Works or Actions
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In addition to his work on SNL, Lovitz has appeared in numerous TV shows and films. Some of his notable roles include:
"Highway to Hell," a 1991 film where he played the role of Satan
"The Simpsons," where he voiced the character of Artie Ziff
* "Hot Tub Time Machine," a 2010 comedy where he starred alongside John Cusack and Rob Corddry
Lovitz has also made headlines for his personal life. In 2006, he was arrested in Los Angeles for allegedly assaulting a bartender at a restaurant.
Impact and Legacy
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As one of the original cast members on SNL, Lovitz played an integral role in shaping the show's comedic style during the late 1980s. His impressions and characters continue to be referenced and parodied today.
Lovitz has also become known for his advocacy work. In 2018, he spoke out against a proposed law that would have restricted California residents' ability to collect tips from service industry workers like himself.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Jon Lovitz is widely quoted and remembered for his hilarious impressions on SNL and his memorable roles in popular films and TV shows. His commitment to advocacy and social causes has also made him a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
Quotes by Jon Lovitz
I do see your point, but to me, I’m just a mouse compared to the President of the United States.
I would love to have a part opposite a great actor – like, say, Pacino or De Niro or Hoffman. And to work with a top director. That’s my dream.
The problem with the economy isn’t that people aren’t paying their fair share of taxes.
It’s rare when you’re actually making a movie and it feels like you’re watching a movie in the theater. You feel like a surfer in a wave, catching the wave, going for it every time, there’s electricity in the room, it doesn’t feel like acting, you ride the wave.
Some people, they got housing loans, and I think they’re responsible for taking a loan they didn’t qualify for?
At a certain point, if you work really hard and you get good and people like your work, you do deserve the fame – but you shouldn’t take it for granted.
Woody is the guy who made me want to be a comic. I was in heaven and couldn’t stop smiling because he was my idle and 29 years after seeing Take the Money and Run, I was working for him.
I feel lucky that I’m working at all. I don’t take any job for granted. I enjoy this. It’s all enjoyable for me. It’s all part of it.