Kevin James

Date of Birth: April 26, 1965

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Kevin James, born Kevin George Knipfing, is an American comedian, actor, and producer known for his relatable humor and everyman persona. He was born on April 26, 1965, in Mineola, New York, but grew up in Stony Brook, New York. James rose to fame for his role as Doug Heffernan on the hit CBS sitcom “The King of Queens,” which ran from 1998 to 2007. His career in stand-up comedy began in the late 1980s, and he quickly gained popularity for his observational humor and physical comedy. In addition to his television success, Kevin James has starred in several films, often in collaboration with his close friend Adam Sandler. Some of his notable movies include “Hitch,” “Paul Blart: Mall Cop,” and “Grown Ups.” James has also ventured into producing, creating and starring in the CBS sitcom “Kevin Can Wait,” which aired from 2016 to 2018.

5 Interesting Facts about Kevin James

1. Kevin James was a star athlete in high school and played football alongside future professional wrestler Mick Foley.

2. He was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in 2006 for his performance on “The King of Queens.”

3. Kevin James is known for his love of sports and often incorporates physical comedy into his routines and roles.

4. He has German, Irish, and Jewish ancestry.

5. Before making it big in comedy, James worked various odd jobs, including as a warehouse worker and a fitness instructor.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kevin James

1. “There’s no better feeling in the world than a warm pizza box on your lap.”

2. “You think school is hard? Wait till you get a job!”

3. “If I do a movie where I have to have a son and it’s a chubby kid, my wife is always like, ‘You really want to do this?’”

4. “I try not to have too much of an ego. I’ll do anything.”

5. “I just want to put some positive stuff out there. If it makes people laugh and it’s good, then I’m happy.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Kevin James has achieved a highest net worth of approximately $100 million.

Children

Kevin James is married to actress Steffiana de la Cruz. The couple has four children together: three daughters, Sienna-Marie (born 2005), Shea Joelle (born 2007), and Sistine Sabella (born 2015), and a son, Kannon Valentine (born 2011).