Date of Birth: May 26, 1962
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Bobcat Goldthwait, born Robert Francis Goldthwait, is an American comedian, actor, and filmmaker, known for his energetic stage persona and distinctive high-pitched voice. Born on May 26, 1962, in Syracuse, New York, Goldthwait began his career in comedy at an early age, performing stand-up routines while still in high school alongside future comedian Tom Kenny. He gained national recognition in the 1980s with his appearances on late-night talk shows and his role as Zed in the “Police Academy” film series. Goldthwait’s career spans multiple facets of entertainment, including television, film, and voice acting. Besides acting, he has also directed several films and television episodes. Notable directorial works include the dark comedy “World’s Greatest Dad” (2009) starring Robin Williams and “God Bless America” (2011). Goldthwait has also voiced characters in various animated series, including “Hercules” and “Buzz Lightyear of Star Command.” Apart from his unique comedic style, Goldthwait is known for his thought-provoking and often controversial material. His willingness to tackle difficult subjects with humor has earned him a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim.
5 Interesting Facts about Bobcat Goldthwait
1. Bobcat Goldthwait was a classmate of future voice actor Tom Kenny, who is best known for voicing SpongeBob SquarePants.
2. He set fire to a couch on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” in 1994, which led to him being banned from the show.
3. Goldthwait directed the music video for the song “Smells Like Nirvana” by “Weird Al” Yankovic.
4. He was a close friend of Robin Williams and directed him in the film “World’s Greatest Dad.”
5. Goldthwait’s film “God Bless America” received critical acclaim for its satirical take on American culture.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bobcat Goldthwait
1. “I used to have a lot of anger towards people who mistreated me, but now I try to see them as people who are suffering themselves.”
2. “Comedy is a way to deal with the madness of life; it’s a way to escape the harsh realities.”
3. “I don’t understand why people get mad at comedians for making jokes about sensitive topics. That’s what we do.”
4. “Success is not about having a huge fanbase; it’s about having a dedicated one.”
5. “The most important thing in comedy is to be honest with yourself and your audience.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Bobcat Goldthwait’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $1.2 million.
Children
Bobcat Goldthwait has one daughter, Tasha Goldthwait, from his first marriage to Ann Luly.
Relevant Links
1. [Bobcat Goldthwait on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001281/
2. [Bobcat Goldthwait on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobcat_Goldthwait
3. [Bobcat Goldthwait’s Filmography](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/bobcat_goldthwait
5. [Bobcat Goldthwait on Twitter](https://twitter.com/bobcatgoldthwait
