Adam Richard Sandler is an American comedian, a Golden Globe-nominated actor, musician, screenwriter, and film producer. After becoming a popular Saturday Night Live cast member, he went on to star in several Hollywood feature films that grossed over US$100 million at the box office. Though he is best known for his comedic roles, such as in the films Billy Madison , Happy Gilmore , and Big Daddy , he has also had success in romantic and dramatic roles, such as in the films Punch-Drunk Love , Spanglish , and Reign Over Me .