Adam Sandler is an American actor, comedian, screenwriter, and film producer. He is best known for his comedic roles in films such as Billy Madison, Happy Gilmore, The Waterboy, Big Daddy, and Grown Ups. He has also starred in dramatic films such as Punch-Drunk Love, Reign Over Me, and The Meyerowitz Stories. Sandler has been nominated for several awards, including two Golden Globe Awards and an Academy Award for Best Original Song.