
Dave Chappelle's career started while he was in high school at Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, DC where he studied theatre arts. At the age of 14, he began performing stand-up comedy in nightclubs. Shortly after graduation, he moved to New York City where he quickly established himself as a major young talent. At the age of 19, Chappelle made his film debut in Sacré Robin des Bois (1993). Chappelle then starred in the short-lived sitcom, Buddies (1996) and had a featured role in The Nutty Professor (1996).
Nominated for 3 Primetime Emmys. Another 2 wins & 5 nominations.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon | Unknown | 2014-02-17 |
Chappelle's Show | Various / ... 33 episodes, 2003-2006 | 2003-01-22 |
Crank Yankers | Unknown | 2002-06-02 |
The Daily Show | Unknown | 1996-07-22 |
Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist | Unknown | 1995-05-28 |
Inside the Actors Studio | Unknown | 1994-06-12 |
The Larry Sanders Show | Unknown | 1992-08-15 |
The Real World | Unknown | 1992 |
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno | Unknown | 1992-05-25 |
Home Improvement | Unknown | 1991-09-17 |
The Oprah Winfrey Show | Unknown | 1986 |