DirectorWriterProducerBorn Oct 17, 1947 (age 78)New York City, New York, USA

Michael McKean

Peak popularity#4,607 (Nov 26 – Dec 25, 2020) (Nov 2020)6.9Top 7%

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Michael McKean

Michael John McKean (born October 17, 1947) is an American actor, comedian, screenwriter, composer, singer, and musician. He gained recognition for his roles in various film and television projects. McKean rose to prominence as Lenny Kosnowski, the annoying neighbor on the sitcom Laverne & Shirley. He also portrayed David St. Hubbins, the lead vocalist and co-lead guitarist of the fictional rock band Spinal Tap in This Is Spinal Tap. McKean has appeared in numerous Christopher Guest ensemble films and co-wrote the Oscar-nominated song 'A Kiss at the End of the Rainbow' from the film A Mighty Wind. Additionally, he was a cast member on Saturday Night Live for two seasons in the mid-1990s.

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Daily update · July 3, 2026

Michael McKean ranks #2,666 most popular person with a Buzz Score of 2.0, down 164 spots from yesterday. Michael McKean peaked at #4,607 of all time (Nov 26 – Dec 25, 2020). Michael McKean ranks #1,401 over the past 365 days.

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