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- Born: February 15, 1964
- Birthplace: Madison, Wisconsin
- Died: December 18, 1997
- SNL cast member (1990 - 1995)
- Original voice of Shrek, Mike Myers replaced him after his death
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Comedian Chris Farley is remembered for his over-the-top persona. He was a cast member on Saturday Night Live and appeared in movies such as Billy Madison and Tommy Boy before his untimely death from a drug overdose in 1997. A book about his life, The Chris Farley Show is set to be published on May 6, 2008.
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SNL Years
Farley played several notable characters on SNL and was considered one of the "Bad Boys of SNL", working alongside David Spade, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider. Some of his most notable characters included a visibly obese Farley auditioning to be a Chippendale's dancer opposite Patrick Swayze, a member of the "Super Fans" who love "Da Bulls" and "Da Bears", and Matt Foley, a motivational speaker who "lives in a van down by the river."Notable Films
- 1992: Wayne's World
- 1993: Coneheads
- 1993: Wayne's World 2
- 1994: Airheads
- 1995: Billy Madison
- 1995: Tommy Boy
- 1996: Black Sheep
- 1997: Beverly Hills Ninja
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Chris Farley Questions
What is Chris Langan theory of the Universe? 1 AnswerWhat is Chris Langan theory of the Universe? His theory is that the universe is both physical and mental and through mathematics you can prove the existence o... read more
Chris Brown jail photos? 1 AnswerHe hasn't gone to prison yet. He hasn't even faced trial yet. The only place hes been is the local jail holding cell where he was released. There aren't any pic... read more
Has Neil Diamond been to Rachel Farleys home Australia in last week? Maybe even for a 2nd wedding? Just a psychic notion! 1 AnswerWell there is nothing in the news about a 2nd wedding. http://www.flickr.com/photos/33749589@N07/3405490113/ But yes, it's true they've been married since 1996... read more
Is "rock" really Chris Rock's last name? 4 AnswersYes. Christopher Julius Rock III was born to Rose (mom) and Julius (dad) Rock on February 7th 1966. read more -
Chris Farley Timeline
- Note: The majority of the links in this timeline are to IMDb, which has pop-ups.
- February 15, 1964: Born
- 1990-1995: Saturday Night Live
- 1992: Wayne's World
- 1993: Coneheads
- 1993: Wayne's World 2
- 1994: Airheads
- 1995: Billy Madison
- 1995: Tommy Boy
- 1996: Black Sheep
- 1997: Beverly Hills Ninja
- 1998: Almost Heroes
- December 18, 1997: Died of a drug overdose




