adam richard sandler (born september 9, 1966) is an american actor, comedian, musician, screenwriter and movie producer. his family is jewish and descends from russian immigrants on both sides. he is best known for comedy movies, such as "happy gilmore", "the wedding singer", "little nicky", "spanglish", "i now pronounce you chuck and larry", "you don't mess with the zohan" and "uncut gems". he also starred in a dramatic role for "reign over me".