Adam Sandler is an American actor, comedian, screenwriter, and film producer. He is best known for his roles in films such as Billy Madison, Happy Gilmore, The Waterboy, Big Daddy, and Grown Ups. He has also starred in several Netflix original films, including Murder Mystery and The Week Of. Sandler began his career as a stand-up comedian before transitioning to acting in the early 1990s. He has since become one of the most successful comedic actors of all time, with a net worth estimated at over $420 million.