Happy Birthday, Adam Sandler!

It's birthday time again, kids. Today, we're celebrating the 45th birthday of one of Hollywood's favorite funnymen, Adam Sandler. The first time I saw Sandler in a film was in 1998's The Waterboy, and since then, I can honestly say he's been one of my favorite comedic actors. Sure, he's been a bit hit-and-miss in the past few years, but comedy is a tough place to make a living. Sandler has managed to be successful in a couple of dramatic roles as well, proving that he might have a little bit of versatility under his belt. Still, Sandler has been, and will always be, best known for his comedic roles, and that's probably how it should stay. So, as I normally do with my birthday posts, I've listed my five favorite Sandler roles in tribute. Hope you enjoy them! You can next seen Sandler on the big screen in Jack and Jill, which is slated for a November 11, 2011 release in the U.S.

5. Henry Roth
50 First Dates (2003)


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4. Happy Gilmore
Happy Gilmore (1996)


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3. Pip
Airheads (1994)


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2. Robert 'Bobby' Boucher Jr.
The Waterboy (1998)


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1. Charlie Fineman
Reign Over Me (2007)


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Awards
1998: Nominee - Best Actor, Comedy
2004: Nominee - Best Couple; Best Original Song
2007: Nominee - Best Actor, Drama