Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Actor, Voice actor, Screenwriter, Comedian
Birthday
(Sunday)
Birthplace
New York City, New York, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Spouse
Michelle Saks Smigel
Children
3 children: Ethan Smigel, Roey Smigel
Parents
Irwin Smigel
Sibling
Bellanca Smigel
Education
Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, New York University, Cornell University
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Hrōþiberhtaz)
Popularity
Tier B -- 21,071 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 15
Notable
First credit at age 15 -- appeared in first film as a teenager
Career
Career spanning 48 years (1975-2023)
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Filmography (13)
AWARDS (4)
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Primetime Emmy Award
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Writers Guild of America Award
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Primetime Emmy Award
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Primetime Emmy Awards
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Biography
Robert Smigel (born February 7, 1960) is an American actor, filmmaker, and puppeteer, known for his Saturday Night Live "TV Funhouse" cartoon shorts and as the puppeteer and voice behind Triumph the Insult Comic Dog. He is also known for his collaborations with Adam Sandler, including co-writing the first two Hotel Transylvania films and You Don't Mess with the Zohan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Robert Smigel?
Robert Smigel is 66 years old, born on .
Where was Robert Smigel born?
Robert Smigel was born in New York City, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has Robert Smigel been in?
Robert Smigel has 13 credits in our database. Notable titles include Leo (2023), Marriage Story (2019), Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015), Pixels (2015), Hotel Transylvania (2012).
What is Robert Smigel known for?
Robert Smigel is primarily known as an actor. Robert Smigel (born February 7, 1960) is an American actor, filmmaker, and puppeteer, known for his Saturday Night Live "TV Funhouse" cartoon shorts and as…
Where can I find more information about Robert Smigel?
You can find more about Robert Smigel on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
