Sinbad

Sinbad

69 · Born: Nov 10, 1956

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornNov 10, 1956 Benton Harbor, Michigan, USA
Spouse
  • Meredith Adkins

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 8, 2025 )
  • Meredith Fuller

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Parents
  • Donald Beckley Adkins
  • Louise Adkins
Relatives
  • Mark Adkins (Sibling)
  • Dorothea Adkins (Sibling)
  • Donna Adkins (Sibling)
  • Kylo Rain Adkins (Grandchild)
  • Jalen Sky Adkins (Grandchild)
  • Donald Adkins (Sibling)
  • Michael Adkins (Sibling)

Biography

Noted comedian and actor Sinbad, whose birth name was David Adkins, was born to Louise and the Baptist Rev. Dr. Donald Beckley Adkins in the picturesque city of Benton Harbor, Michigan.

Sinbad's early life and career were marked by a passion for comedy, which would ultimately lead him to become a renowned actor, writer, and entertainer.

Throughout his illustrious career, Sinbad has showcased his impressive range as a comedic actor in a variety of films, including the 1994 hit "House Guest", the 1996 holiday classic "Jingle All the Way", the 1996 family-friendly film "First Kid", and the beloved 1997 comedy "Good Burger".

In addition to his impressive filmography, Sinbad has also been recognized for his work as a writer, further solidifying his status as a multifaceted talent in the entertainment industry.

In his personal life, Sinbad has been married to Meredith Adkins since 2002, and the couple shares two children together. Prior to his marriage to Meredith Adkins, Sinbad was previously married to Meredith Fuller.

Sinbad's life and career are a testament to his dedication to his craft and his ability to make audiences laugh and smile through his unique brand of humor and entertainment.

Career

2025
Straw
Straw as Benny
2023
Good Burger 2
Good Burger 2 as Business Manager (voice)
2018
Rel
Rel as Dad
2013
Planes
Planes as Roper (voice)
2008
2007
Stompin'
Stompin' as Mr. Jackson
2002
Crazy as Hell
Crazy as Hell as Orderly
Hansel & Gretel
Hansel & Gretel as Raven (voice)
2000
Ready to Run
Ready to Run as Hollywood Shuffle (voice)
1997
Good Burger
Good Burger as Mr. Wheat
1996
Jingle All the Way
Jingle All the Way as Myron Larabee
First Kid
First Kid as Sam Simms
The Cherokee Kid
The Cherokee Kid as Isaiah Turner
1995
Houseguest
Houseguest as Kevin Franklin
1993
The Meteor Man
The Meteor Man as Malik, Stacy's Boyfriend
The Sinbad Show
The Sinbad Show as David Bryan
1991
Necessary Roughness
Necessary Roughness as Andre Krimm
1990
A Different World
A Different World as Coach Walter Oakes
1989
That's Adequate
That's Adequate as Standup Comic
The Redd Foxx Show
The Redd Foxx Show as Byron Lightfoot
1993