Jeff Dunham

Date of Birth: April 18, 1962

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

Jeff Dunham is an American ventriloquist, stand-up comedian, and actor, renowned for his unique blend of comedy and puppetry. Born in Dallas, Texas, Dunham began practicing ventriloquism at the age of eight. By the time he was in high school, he was performing at various events. Dunham’s career took off in the 1990s when he appeared on several television shows, including “The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson.” His fame skyrocketed in the early 2000s with his Comedy Central specials, which featured a cast of colorful puppet characters like Achmed the Dead Terrorist, Walter the grumpy old man, and Peanut the hyperactive purple creature. Dunham’s ability to create distinct and memorable characters has made him a household name. He has released several comedy specials, authored a memoir, and continues to perform to sold-out audiences around the world.

5 Interesting Facts about Jeff Dunham

1. Jeff Dunham holds the Guinness World Record for “Most Tickets Sold for a Stand-up Comedy Tour.”

2. His character Achmed the Dead Terrorist became an internet sensation, with millions of views on YouTube.

3. Dunham has been awarded “Ventriloquist of the Year” twice by the International Ventriloquist Society.

4. He has made cameo appearances in several popular TV shows and movies, including “30 Rock” and “Dinner for Schmucks.”

5. Jeff Dunham has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which he received in 2017.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jeff Dunham

1. “Silence! I kill you!”

2. “I’m not crazy; my mother had me tested.”

3. “When I was a kid, all I wanted to do was make people laugh. I didn’t care about the money, the fame, or the success.”

4. “Every character I create has a little bit of me in them.”

5. “The best part about comedy is making people forget their problems, even if it’s just for a little while.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Jeff Dunham’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $140 million.

Children

Jeff Dunham has five children. He has three daughters from his first marriage to Paige Brown: Bree, Ashlyn, and Kenna. He also has twin sons, James Jeffrey and Jack Steven, with his second wife, Audrey Murdick.