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Tim Meadows

About Tim Meadows

Tim Meadows is an American actor, comedian and writer. His start in show business was in Chicago as a member of The Second City comedy troupe, alongside Chris Farley. He performed improvisational comedy at the Soup Kitchen Saloon in Detroit. He appeared on Saturday Night Live for 10 seasons, from 1991 to 2000. On television he played John Glascott on the ABC sitcom Schooled and has had a recurring role on the ABC sitcom The Goldbergs. He co-starred in Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story with John C. Reilly and has appeared on The Office, Curb Your Enthusiasm and Bob's Burgers.

Guest appearances (6)

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Frequently asked questions

How long was Tim Meadows on Saturday Night Live?

Tim Meadows was on Saturday Night Live for 10 seasons, from 1991 to 2000, making him one of its longest-running cast members.

Where did Tim Meadows start his career?

Born in Highland Park, Michigan, on February 5, 1961, he began doing improv in Detroit and got his start in Chicago with The Second City, alongside Chris Farley.

Who is The Ladies' Man?

Leon Phelps, known as The Ladies' Man, is a character Tim Meadows created on SNL, and it was adapted into a film in 2000.

Who did Tim Meadows play in Mean Girls?

He played Principal Duvall in Mean Girls (2004), returning to the role in Mean Girls 2 and the 2024 musical adaptation.

Who did Tim Meadows impersonate on SNL?

On the show he spoofed personalities such as Oprah Winfrey and Michael Jackson.

Where does Tim Meadows perform improv?

Tim Meadows has performed improv in Chicago and Los Angeles, most often at the ImprovOlympic and the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, and he played John Glascott on The Goldbergs and Schooled.

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