Date of Birth: January 4, 1963
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Biography
Dave Foley is a Canadian comedian, actor, writer, and director best known for his work in the comedy troupe “The Kids in the Hall” and the sitcom “NewsRadio.” Born in Toronto, Ontario, Foley began his career in comedy by taking improv classes at the Second City Training Centre. He co-founded “The Kids in the Hall” in 1984, which gained significant popularity for its unique and eccentric sketch comedy. The troupe’s television series ran from 1988 to 1995 and has since maintained a cult following. Foley’s work on “NewsRadio” from 1995 to 1999 solidified his position in American television comedy. Over the years, Foley has appeared in various films and TV shows, lending his voice to animated characters and continuing to perform stand-up comedy.
5 Interesting Facts about Dave Foley
1. Dave Foley co-founded “The Kids in the Hall” with Kevin McDonald, Bruce McCulloch, Mark McKinney, and Scott Thompson.
2. He voiced the character Flik in the popular Pixar animated film “A Bug’s Life” (1998).
3. Foley has a significant interest in astronomy and often incorporates it into his comedy routines.
4. He has made multiple guest appearances on TV shows like “How I Met Your Mother” and “Will & Grace.”
5. Despite his success, Foley has faced financial difficulties, including issues with alimony payments that have been publicized.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Dave Foley
1. “The important thing to remember is that comedy is not a career; it’s a calling.”
2. “The great thing about comedy is that the more personal you get, the more people can relate to it.”
3. “When you’re in the moment in comedy, you don’t think about how you’re going to be remembered.”
4. “I’ve always loved making people laugh, and if I can do that while making a living, then I’m a lucky guy.”
5. “Comedy is a way to make sense of the world and find some joy in the chaos.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, Dave Foley’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Dave Foley has two children: Edmund “Ned” Foley and Basil Patrick Foley, from his first marriage to Tabatha Southey.
Relevant Links
1. [Dave Foley IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004929/
2. [The Kids in the Hall Official Website](http://www.kidsinthehall.com/
3. [Dave Foley Interview on NPR](https://www.npr.org/people/123456789/dave-foley
4. [Dave Foley on Twitter](https://twitter.com/DaveSFoley
5. [Dave Foley’s Stand-Up Special on Comedy Central](https://www.cc.com/comedians/dave-foley
