Rob Schneider is a multifaceted American entertainer known for his work as an actor, comedian, screenwriter, and director. Beginning his career as a stand-up comedian, Schneider gained prominence on NBC's Saturday Night Live (1975), where his sketches and characters became widely recognized. Transitioning to the big screen, he achieved success with lead roles in popular comedy films such as Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999), The Hot Chick (2002), and Grown Ups (2010).