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Horatio Sanz Biography

Birth Name:Horatio Sanz

Birth Place:Santiago, Chile

Profession Actor, Soundtrack, Writer, Producer

Fast Facts

  • Best known as a "Saturday Night Live" cast member, from 1996-2006
  • Recognized for his SNL portrayals of Saddam Hussein, Elton John and Ozzy Osbourne
  • Performed comedy in theaters around Chicago
  • Quote: "I'm not necessarily afraid of dying, but when I'm 33, I plan on walking around with my doc and a nurse․"
  • Worked as a writer and producer for Comedy Central series "Nick Swardson's Pretend Time․"
  • Served in a consultant role for "SNL Mexico․"
  • Co-founded the Upright Citizens Brigade comedy and improv troupe

Awards

  • 2009ALMA Award-Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series: nominated