Born Name:  Robert Francis Goldthwait

Born Date:  May 26, 1962

Born Place:  Syracuse, New York

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Occupations:  Stand-up comedian, actor, director, screenwriter

Brief Biography:  Robert Francis "Bobcat" Goldthwait is known for his signature dark, acerbic comedy, high-pitched voice, and intense persona. While achieving 1980s fame as a stand-up comedian and actor—most notably as Zed in the Police Academy series—he has transitioned into a respected director and writer of independent films.

Early Career:
He began performing stand-up in his teens and formed a comedy troupe with Tom Kenny, adopting the name "Bobcat".
Acting: Famous for playing eccentric roles in films like Police Academy 2-4, Scrooged, and voice acting in Hercules.
Directing/Writing: Since the 1990s, he has directed dark, satirical films including Shakes the Clown (1991), World's Greatest Dad (2009), God Bless America (2011), and the documentary Call Me Lucky (2015).

Personal Life:
Goldthwait has been sober since age 19 and was close friends with Robin Williams and Kurt Cobain.
He continues to work in television and radio, including appearances on Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!.