Sam Kinison
Sam Kinison: A Wild and Controversial Life
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Samuel Irving Kinison was an American stand-up comedian, actor, and voice artist, commonly known as "The Loud Mouth" or simply "Kinison".
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on December 8, 1953, in Yorba Linda, California. Tragically, his life was cut short when he died in a car accident on April 10, 1992, at the age of 38.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Kinison's nationality was American, and his profession spanned stand-up comedy, acting, voice-over work, and music. He is perhaps best known for his raw, energetic, and often provocative comedy style.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in a troubled home with an abusive father, Kinison developed a strong sense of outrage and rebellion from a young age. His parents divorced when he was 12 years old, and he eventually dropped out of high school due to bullying. This tumultuous childhood would later influence his comedic material.
Kinison attended the University of San Jose but transferred to Arizona State University after two years. He started performing stand-up comedy in local clubs during this time, using his raw energy and unbridled anger as a catalyst for his humor.
Major Accomplishments
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Kinison's breakthrough came when he won 1st prize at the 1987 San Francisco Comedy Competition. This victory caught the attention of Rodney Dangerfield, who became a mentor to Kinison and helped him secure a spot on the _Thicke of Evening_ TV show.
In 1990, Kinison released his debut album, _Breaking the Rules_, which reached #2 on the Billboard Comedy Albums chart. This led to appearances on various late-night talk shows, including _Late Night with David Letterman_ and _The Arsenio Hall Show_.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Kinison's most notable works include:
Stand-up specials: _Breaking the Rules (1990)_, _Family Entertainment Hour (1988)_
Albums: _You Pay Your Money, You Take Your Chances (1991)_, _Here It Comes Again (1992)_
Film appearances:
_Stand by Me_ (1986)
_Little Man Tate_ (1991)
_A Brother's Kiss_ (1997)
Impact and Legacy
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Kinison's unapologetic style, coupled with his intense stage presence, made him a pioneer in the world of stand-up comedy. He paved the way for future comedians to push boundaries and challenge social norms.
His influence can be seen in various contemporary comedians, including "Family Guy" creator Seth MacFarlane, who has cited Kinison as an inspiration.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Kinison's raw energy, unbridled anger, and willingness to tackle taboo subjects made him a household name. His irreverent style and unapologetic humor continue to inspire new generations of comedians.
Despite his untimely death at 38, Kinison left behind an indelible mark on the world of comedy. His legacy serves as a reminder that even in chaos and uncertainty, there's always room for "a little bit of madness."
Quotes by Sam Kinison
I’m responsible. I even did a commercial for MTV saying how I was going to register to vote. And I still haven’t.
So many of these comics are just frustrated singers or actors – they want to get a gig doing a sitcom. It’s paint-by-the-numbers comedy, lame joke-telling. They’re drawn to it as a career move.
I started saying things in church that didn’t meet with a lot of approval – like ‘Jesus isn’t coming back.’ They started throwing Bibles.
With any other celebrity, people come up and say, ‘Hey, I really like your work.’ But with my fans, when they see me, they don’t even say hello. They just go, ‘AWWWWWGHGHHHGHGHRRR!’
I want to show people that there’s a side of myself other than just the outrageous comedian.
When has stand-up comedy been kind to anyone? It goes after anyone who’s the target. Comedy attacks, man.
It was great to be the rock comic, the shock comic. But after you’ve played Giants Stadium with Bon Jovi in front of 82,000 people, after you’ve done the ‘Wild Thing’ video with Jessica Hahn and every rock band from hell, you’re not gonna top that.