description Dana Carvey Overview
Dana Carvey is an American comedian and actor who was a cast member on NBC's Saturday Night Live from 1986 to 1993. He became known for his impersonations of political figures such as George H. W. Bush and Ross Perot, as well as recurring characters including the Church Lady, Garth Algar, and Hans of Hans and Franz.
He co-starred with Mike Myers in the film Wayne's World (1992) and its sequel. After leaving SNL, he hosted the short-lived variety show The Dana Carvey Show in 1996.
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What years was Dana Carvey on Saturday Night Live?
Dana Carvey was a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1986 to 1993, during one of the show's most celebrated eras. He became one of the program's breakout stars through his original characters and celebrity impressions.
What are Dana Carvey's most famous SNL characters?
Carvey is best known for the Church Lady (Enid Strict), host of the 'Church Chat' segment, and Garth Algar from the Wayne's World sketches. He also gained fame for his impression of President George H.W. Bush.
Did Dana Carvey appear in movies based on his SNL characters?
Yes, Carvey co-starred with Mike Myers in Wayne's World (1992) and Wayne's World 2 (1993), both adapted from the popular SNL sketches. The original film was a major box office hit for Paramount Pictures.
What happened to Dana Carvey after he left SNL?
After leaving SNL in 1993, Carvey starred in films including Clean Slate (1994) and The Master of Disguise (2002). He also hosted a short-lived ABC variety show, The Dana Carvey Show, in 1996, which featured then-unknown writers including Steve Carell and Stephen Colbert.
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