Born on May 25, 1963, in Scarborough, Ontario, he began his career with the Second City troupe in Toronto and Chicago before joining "Saturday Night Live" in 1989. He gained fame for his comedic versatility, creating iconic characters like Wayne Campbell from "Wayne's World" and the titular role in the "Austin Powers" series. His voice work as Shrek in the eponymous animated films further solidified his status in Hollywood. Known for his unique humor and character-driven performances, he remains a beloved figure in comedy.