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Michael McKean        

Actor Known for "Laverne & Shirley," "This is Spinal Tap" & "Better Call Saul"

Michael McKean is an American actor, comedian, writer, composer and musician. He is well known for his portrayal of Squiggy's friend, Leonard "Lenny" Kosnowski, on the sitcom "Laverne & Shirley." He is also known for his work in the Christopher Guest ensemble films, particularly as David St. Hubbins, the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the fictional rock band "Spinal Tap" from the film "This Is Spinal Tap." He co-wrote "A Mighty Wind," which won the Grammy for "Best Song Written for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media", as well as "A Kiss at the End of the Rainbow" which was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Song.

More recently, McKean played J. Edgar Hoover in the Broadway bio-play, "All the Way," starring Emmy-winner Bryan Cranston as Lyndon B. Johnson. In May 2014, McKean was announced to have joined the cast of the "Breaking Bad" spin-off, "Better Call Saul." He was the first actor to join the series that was not featured in the original series, although he had worked with series creator Vince Gilligan previously on "The X-Files." The series premiered in February 2015; the second season premiered in February 2016. McKean plays the role of lawyer Chuck McGill.

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Stars To Join Ed Asner And Autism Speaks For Poker Tournament
Stars set to join Ed Asner at the 4th Annual Ed Asner & Friends Poker Tournament and Celebrity Casino Night will include Rosie O'Donnell, Dylan McDermott, Ed Begley Jr., Michael McKean and Johnny Dowers...
Better clear your schedule — ‘Better Call Saul’ is back
It’s been a year since we were introduced to “Better Call Saul.” The prequel to the cultural juggernaut “Breaking Bad,” it took viewers into the life of Jimmy McGill and how he evolves into Saul Goodman. The series – which is filmed and based in Albuquerque – begins its second season at 8 tonight.

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