Dave Chappelle is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer. He is best known for his iconic comedy sketch series, Chappelle's Show, which ran from 2003 to 2006. Chappelle has been nominated for numerous awards, including two Emmy Awards and three Grammy Awards. He has also won a Peabody Award and two Mark Twain Prizes for American Humor. Chappelle has been performing stand-up comedy since the age of 14 and continues to tour the world with his unique brand of comedy.