Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1963-01-04
- Born Place: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Also Known As:
데이브 폴리, David Foley, دیو فولی
Dave Foley
David Scott "Dave" Foley (born January 4, 1963, in Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada) is a renowned Canadian actor, comedian, writer, director, and producer, widely recognized for his unique comedic sensibilities and versatile performances. Foley's career began when he dropped out of high school to pursue stand-up comedy, eventually leading him to improv classes where he met Kevin McDonald. Together, they formed a comedy team that eventually merged with another, leading to the creation of the iconic sketch comedy troupe "The Kids in the Hall" in 1984. The troupe's eponymous television series (1988-1995) garnered a dedicated following and showcased Foley's range in portraying various eccentric characters.Beyond "The Kids in the Hall," Foley gained mainstream recognition for his starring role as news director Dave Nelson in the popular NBC sitcom "NewsRadio" (1995-1999). He has also lent his distinctive voice to numerous animated characters, most notably as the inventive ant protagonist Flik in Pixar's "A Bug's Life" (1998), a role he reprised in cameo appearances in "Toy Story 2" and "Cars." Other notable voice roles include characters in the "Ice Age" franchise, "Monsters University," and "South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut." Foley's film credits include "Blast from the Past" (1999), "Dick" (1999), "Sky High" (2005), and "Second Act" (2018). He has also made numerous guest appearances on television shows such as "Will & Grace," "The King of Queens," "How I Met Your Mother," "Young Sheldon," and "Fargo." Throughout his career, Dave Foley has consistently demonstrated a knack for bringing wit and depth to his characters, making him a beloved figure in both comedy and acting.
