Born Name:  Andy David Kindler

Born Date:  October 16, 1956

Born Place:  New York City, New York

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Occupations:  Comedian, actor, writer

Brief Biography:  Andy Kindler is renowned as the "Yoda of comedy" for his deconstructive and self-deprecating humor, he is famous for his recurring role on Everybody Loves Raymond and voicing Mort on Fox's Bob's Burgers. Track his stand-up schedule and appearances via his IMDb profile.

Early Life and Stand-Up Beginnings:
Born in Queens, New York, Kindler originally planned to pursue a career as a classical musician. After graduating from Bayside High School and Binghamton University, he discovered a passion for acting and relocated to Los Angeles. He began performing stand-up in 1984, eventually transitioning into a solo act in 1986.

Stand-up and the "State of the Industry" Address:
Kindler is infamous in comedy circles for his troublemaking persona and for openly satirizing the entertainment industry. Each summer, he delivers the "State of the Industry" address at Montreal's Just For Laughs Festival, a highly anticipated speech where he playfully roasts fellow comedians and industry norms. He has released acclaimed comedy specials and albums, including I Wish I Was Bitter.

Television and Voice Acting:
Beyond stand-up, Kindler has been a prolific actor and voice artist. His notable credits include:
Bob's Burgers: The recurring voice of Mort the mortician.
Everybody Loves Raymond: Played Andy, a sportswriter and friend to Ray Barone.
Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist: Appeared as himself and lent his voice to various roles.
Home Movies: Voiced the character Mr. Lindenson.
Late Show with David Letterman: A frequent guest and correspondent, making over 40 appearances.