David Wayne Spade (born July 22, 1964) is an American actor, comedian and television personality who first became famous in the 1990s as a cast member on Saturday Night Live, and from 1997 until 2003 when he starred as Dennis Finch on Just Shoot Me!. He also starred as C.J. Barnes, along with Katey Sagal, James Garner and Kaley Cuoco on 8 Simple Rules.
Brother-in-law of fashion designer Kate Spade. Kate is married to his older brother, Andy Spade, who is president of Kate Spade Designs.
Youngest of three sons.
David’s father left his family when David was still was very young. Years later, his step-father, a war veteran, committed suicide.
Grew up in Arizona; graduated from Saguaro High School in Scottsdale in May, 1982. A fellow graduate was J.R. Moehringer.
Once worked as a skateboard shop employee.
Was going to be in the George Wendt role in “The Naked Truth” (1995).
Studied business at Arizona State University. Graduated in 1986.
Son of Wayne Spade and Judy Todd. Brothers are Bryan and Andrew.
Was attacked with a stun gun by his personal assistant, David “Skippy” Malloy, and was then robbed. [29 November 2000]
During his first season on “Saturday Night Live” (1975), he appeared only three times.
Charged by police in his home state of Arizona with reckless jet-skiing. [2001]
Has been commercial spokesman for Sierra Mist soda and Capital One credit cards.
Received star on Hollywood Walk of Fame. [5 September 2003]
Born on the same day as actor/comedian John Leguizamo. He also shares a birthday with the following celebrities: Alex Trebek, Willem Dafoe and Danny Glover.
Has a tattoo of cartoon character Calvin, from Calvin and Hobbes, on his left biceps. Sean Penn gave him the tattoo.
Was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon while in college.
In 1987, he performed on Fox’s “The Late Show” (1986) and was offered a spot as a rotating host by the producers upon Joan Rivers’ departure, but declined.
His sarcastic Hollywood Reporter sketch on “Saturday Night Live” (1975) did not endear him to SNL alumnus Eddie Murphy when Spade did a joke in which a photograph of Murphy, whose career had started to falter, was shown and Spade quipped, “Look children, a falling star–make a wish.”.
Played Danny Woodburn’s son in “8 Simple Rules… for Dating My Teenage Daughter” (2002), although he is actually four days older than him.
Tended to perform in films and “Saturday Night Live” (1975) skits with the late Chris Farley.
Was one of the guests at Lindsay Lohan’s 19th birthday party.
Close friend of Heather Locklear, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider. Best friend with Chris Farley.
He was so smart in 3rd grade he got moved up to the 4th grade for some of his classes.
Is very sensitive to sunlight.
Is also a stand-up comedian.
On August 26, 2008, Jillian Grace gave birth to a baby girl, named Harper. David Spade, who had a brief relationship with Jillian, was confirmed as the father.
Admitted on his official twitter account that he made his very first trip to Europe in July with Grown Ups co-stars Chris Rock, Adam Sandler and Kevin James. They went to England, Ireland, and Germany to promote the film before it’s European opening. [July 2010]
Stated in an interview after the death of his good friend Chris Farley that he was concerned about his lifestyle and the choices that he made.
