Who is Steve Martin?

Steve Martin is a legendary actor who has made a name for himself as both a comedian and a serious actor in Hollywood. Born in Waco, Texas in 1945, Martin started his career writing for The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour in the late 1960s before eventually transitioning to performing stand-up comedy.

One of the highlights of Martin's career was in the 1980s when he became a popular commercial actor for American Express. In these ads, he often played the classic "wild and crazy guy" character that he had perfected during his stand-up comedy days. He would make absurd claims about the power of the American Express card, always ending with his famous catchphrase, "don't leave home without it."

Martin's acting prowess wasn't limited to commercials, however. He has appeared in a range of TV shows and movies over the years, including The Jerk, Three Amigos!, and Father of the Bride. He also has a notable role in David Mamet's 1997 film, The Spanish Prisoner, in which he plays a character with a sinister edge, showing his range as an actor.

Throughout his career, Martin has won numerous awards for his work, including an Emmy for his writing on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, a Grammy for his comedy album Let’s Get Small, and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Comedy Awards.

Despite his success, Martin remains humble and grateful for his career. He once said, "I'm grateful for all the things that have happened to me. I might not be around forever, but I am forever grateful."