Dave Attell Biography

Fast Facts

• Was named one of the 25 Funniest People in America by Entertainment Weekly in 2004
• Graduated from New York University with a degree in Film and Television
• Started out as a performer on the open mic circuit in Manhattan while supporting himself as a waiter
• Was a writer for "Saturday Night Live" and "The Jon Stewart Show" in the mid-1990s
• Best known as a stand-up comedian and writer who hosted "Insomniac with Dave Attell" and "The Gong Show with Dave Attell․"
• Made appearances on "Mind of Mencia" and "Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn․"
• Has made appearances on late night shows like "The Late Show with David Letterman," "Last Call with Carson Daly," and "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno․"