David L. Lander

David L. Lander

Deceased · Born: Jun 22, 1947 · Died: Dec 4, 2020

Personal Details

BornJun 22, 1947 Brooklyn, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Kathy Fields

    ( Mar 10, 1979 to Dec 5, 2020 )
  • Thea (Pool) Markus

    ( Aug 27, 1969 to Nov 1, 1976 )

Biography

David L. Lander, a renowned actor and writer, entered this world on June 22, 1947, in the vibrant city of Brooklyn, New York, USA. He was destined to leave an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, with a plethora of iconic roles that would be etched in the memories of audiences for generations to come.

His breakout role came in the 1976 sitcom Laverne & Shirley, where he played the lovable and eccentric character of Andrew "Squiggy" Squiggman. This role not only showcased his impressive comedic timing but also cemented his status as a household name.

Throughout his illustrious career, Lander appeared in a wide range of films and television shows, including the 2000 horror comedy Scary Movie and the 1988 animated classic Who Framed Roger Rabbit. His versatility as an actor was truly remarkable, as he effortlessly transitioned between genres and mediums with ease.

In his personal life, Lander was married twice, first to Kathy Fields and then to Thea (Pool) Markus. He passed away on December 4, 2020, in Los Angeles, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy that would continue to inspire and entertain fans for years to come.

Career

2009
2007
Grim & Evil
Grim & Evil as Curtis (voice)
2006
Zoom
Zoom as Wendy's Employee
2005
2004
Christmas with the Kranks
Christmas with the Kranks as Tanning Intruder
2001
Say It Isn't So
Say It Isn't So as Reverend Stillwater
Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius
Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius as Yokian Guard / Gus (voice)
Dr. Dolittle 2
Dr. Dolittle 2 as Bird (voice)
Oswald
Oswald as Henry (voice)
2000
The Tangerine Bear: Home in Time for Christmas!
The Tangerine Bear: Home in Time for Christmas! as Theodore / Store Clerk (voice)
Titan A.E.
Titan A.E. as The Mayor (voice)
Scary Movie
Scary Movie as Principal Squiggy
A Bug's Life
A Bug's Life as Additional Voices (voice)
1996
Pacific Blue
Pacific Blue as Elvis Kryzcewski
1992
Tom and Jerry: The Movie
Tom and Jerry: The Movie as Frankie Da Flea (voice)
A League of Their Own
A League of Their Own as Radio Sportscaster (uncredited)
On the Air
On the Air as Valdja Gochktch
1991
Steel and Lace
Steel and Lace as Schumann
1990
1988
Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Who Framed Roger Rabbit as Smart Ass (voice)
1987
Funland
Funland as Bruce Burger
Steele Justice
Steele Justice as Army Guard
1983
Imps*
Imps* as Fritz #1
1982
1980
Wholly Moses!
Wholly Moses! as The Beggar
Used Cars
Used Cars as Freddie Paris
1979
1941
1941 as Joe
1976