Dennis Miller
Comedian, Political Commentator & Talk Show HostAbout
Acclaimed American stand-up comedian, talk show host, and political commentator renowned for his critical wit and stream-of-consciousness pop-culture references. Anchored Saturday Night Lives Weekend Update desk from 1985 to 1991 and hosted the Emmy-winning HBO series Dennis Miller Live.
Before Fame
Graduated with a journalism degree from Point Park University in Pittsburgh and worked various odd jobs before winning second place in the 1980 Playboy International Comedy Contest.
Trivia
Won five Primetime Emmy Awards during his nine-season run hosting Dennis Miller Live on HBO.
Family Life
Married former model Carolyn Espley in 1988, and together they have two sons, Holden and Marlon.
Associated With
Shared the Saturday Night Live stage with comedic icons Dana Carvey, Phil Hartman, and Jon Lovitz.
