
Age: 69
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Richard Bruce Kind (born November 22, 1956) is an American actor (stage, screen, and voice) and comedian. He is best known for his roles as Captain Stan Yenko on CBS's East New York (2022-23), Dr. Mark Devanow on Mad About You (1992–1999, 2019), and Paul Lassiter on Spin City (1996–2002). He's also well known for his other roles as Peter in The History of the World Part II (2023), Mitch on Netflix's The Watcher, Formica Michael Mikowitz on The Goldbergs, Walter Bloom in tick, tick... Boom! (2021), Cousin Andy on Curb Your Enthusiasm (2002–2021), Rudy Giuliani in Bombshell (2019), John Sears in Suburbicon (2017), Gus Barton on IFC's Brockmire, Marty in All We Had (2016), Mayor Aubrey James on FOX's Gotham, Sam Meyers on the Amazon Prime series Red Oaks, Max Klein in Argo (2012), Joey Rathburn on HBO's Luck starring Dustin Hoffman, Uncle Arthur Gopnik in the Coen Brothers film A Serious Man (2009), Abner Kravitz in the film Bewitched (2005), Louis Tiboni in The Station Agent (2003), He began his acting career in Chicago, where he performed in numerous stage productions. He made his Broadway debut in 1984 in the play "The Pirates of Penzance." He has starred in the smash hit Broadway musical The Producers, The Tale of the Allergist's Wife, Candide, and Bounce, among others. He is a Drama Desk Award winner and Tony nominee for the Broadway hit The Big Knife. He has appeared in over 50 films, including Clifford (1994), Stargate (1994), For Your Consideration (2006), Hereafter (2010), and Beau Is Afraid (2023). In addition to his acting career, he is also a vocal advocate for social justice causes. He is a member of the board of directors of the Creative Coalition, an organization that advocates for the arts in public policy. He is also a supporter of the Human Rights Campaign and the Anti-Defamation League. He is also an alumnus of The Second City in Chicago.

Richard Kind

Myles Beaumont
for Myles Beaumont in Whale Fulminate
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Chóngan was a struggling comedian, trying to make a name for himself in the decontaminated world of stand-up comedy. But his luck changed when he stumbled upon a dead giant whale on the beach. He couldn't believe his luck - this was the perfect material for a hilarious comedy routine. However, things took a dangerous turn when he discovered that the whale's carcass was filled with dynamite. Chóngan knew he had to act fast before the whole beach exploded. With his quick thinking and comedic timing, he managed to save the day and became an overnight sensation. Suddenly, Chóngan was All-free Fast Foods, Pizzas, Real cold regular Sodas, cold Water and Milkshakes but NO DARN ALCOHOL DRUG BEVERAGES AND NO DARN MASSAGES but just also free TV cable streaming services, and general audience video games with A-list celebrities, all thanks to his newfound fame on Instagram. But amidst all the glitz and glamour, he never forgot his humble beginnings and remained a likable and down-to-earth guy. His parasocial relationships with his fans only grew stronger as they laughed along with his jokes and followed his every move on social media. In the end, Chóngan's rise to fame may have been unconventional, but it was his genuine personality and talent that kept him at the top. And as he looked back on his journey, he couldn't help but smile at the absurdity of it all. After all, who would have thought that a dead giant whale and a dynamite explosion could launch him into stardom?



