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Dennis Miller (November 3, 1953) is an American stand-up comedian, political commentator, actor, sports commentator, and television and radio personality. He is known for his critical assessments laced with pop culture references. He rose to fame as a cast member of Saturday Night Live in 1985, and subsequently hosted a string of his own talk shows on HBO, CNBC and in syndication. He currently hosts a daily, three-hour, self-titled talk radio program, nationally syndicated by Westwood One.
In recent years, Miller has become known for his conservative political opinions. He is a regular political commentator on Fox News Channels The OReilly Factor in a segment called "Miller Time," and previously appeared on the networks Hannity & Colmes in a segment called "Real Free Speech."
Date of birth: 1953-11-03
Birth Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Medium: Stand-up (Stand up comedian), Television, Film, Books, Radio
Nationality: Scottish American
Genre: Satire/Political satire/News satire, Observational comedy, Wit/Word play, Black comedy, Surreal humor
Subject: American politics, American culture, current events (Portal:Current events), pop culture, libertarianism, American conservatism
Influences: Jay Leno, Richard Belzer, Dean Martin,
Spouse: Carolyn (Ali) Espley (April 10, 1988 - present) (2 children)
Notable Work: ''Weekend Update'' anchor on ''Saturday Night Live'',Host of ''Dennis Miller Live'',Color commentator on ''Monday Night Football'',Host of ''The Dennis Miller Show''
Website: www.dennismillerradio.com
Emmyawards: Outstanding Individual Achievement in Writing in a Variety or Music Program ,1994, 1995, 1996, 1998 ''Dennis Miller Live'',Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Series,1996 ''Dennis Miller Live''
Americancomedyawards: Funniest Male Performer in a TV Special ,1996 ''Dennis Miller: State of the Union Undressed''