Chevy Chase Quotes

A collection of quotes by Chevy Chase.

Chevy Chase is an American comedian, actor, and writer known for his contributions to the world of comedy in the late 20th century. Born on October 8, 1943, in New York City, New York, his birth name is Cornelius Crane Chase.

Chase started his career as a writer for various comedy magazines before joining the popular sketch comedy show, "Saturday Night Live" (SNL), in its inaugural season in 1975. His quick wit and physical comedy skills helped establish him as one of the show's breakout stars, and he became renowned for his impersonations of famous figures such as President Gerald Ford. After leaving SNL, Chase transitioned into film, appearing in several successful comedies such as "Caddyshack" (1980) and "National Lampoon's Vacation" (1983).

Throughout his career, Chase has received numerous accolades, including an Emmy Award for his writing on SNL and being recognized as one of Comedy Central's "100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time." While he reached the pinnacle of success in the '80s, recurring personal issues and struggles with substance abuse impacted his career. Nonetheless, Chase remains a well-known figure in comedy and continues to make occasional appearances in television and film.