Stanley Sandler is the father of the famous American actor and comedian, Adam Sandler. He is also known for his work in the 2010 documentary, Nicotine Film. Adam Sandler is fortunate to have had his father serve as both a mentor and a close friend. He always served as the best role model for his son. Let’s get to know more about Adam Sandler’s father in this article.
Who Was Stanley Sandler?
Stanley Sandler was born on the 5th of April, 1935 in New York, USA. Prior to becoming an occasional actor, he worked as an electrical engineer. He was a Jewish electrical engineer who also dabbled in acting; he was well-known for his parts in the films Nicotine Bees (2010) and Eight Crazy Nights (2002). Stanley got married to Judith Levine, a nursery school teacher in Brooklyn, New York. The couple was blessed with four children among which is the comedian and actor, Adam Sandler. Other kids were named, Scott, Valerie and Elizabeth.
Following a protracted fight with lung cancer, Stanley Sandler passed away on 9th September 2003, not long after Adam married actress Jackie Titone. His son gave him really sweet words at the end of his film “50 First Dates”.
Stanley Sandler’s Wife
Judith Sandler, the occasional American actress who is married to Stanley Sandler, gained notoriety for her roles in the films “Hotel Transylvania” (2012), “I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry” (2007), and “Blended” (2014). She was born in Los Angeles, the United States on 1st March, 1938. She hasn’t appeared in any films or TV series since her acting performance in Sandy Wexler.
Judith was a nursery school teacher when she started her career. She was fortunate to have four children after marrying Stanley Sandler. Judith and Stanley were married until his passing in 2003. The actress resides in her role as a devoted grandma and mother.
Stanley Sandler’s Son, Adam Sandler
A multi-award-winning actor recognised for his roles in more than a hundred films, Adam Sandler is the Jewish actor Stanley Sandler’s son. The actor was born on September 9, 1966, in Brooklyn, New York. When he was six years old, his family relocated to Manchester, New Hampshire. In 1988, Sandler enrolled at Manchester High School and afterwards in New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts.
He began his career as an actor in 1987 when he played the character of Smitty in the 1980s sitcom, “The Cosby Show”. In 1989 he made his movie debut in “Going Overboard”.
Dennis Miller, the producer of “Saturday Night Live,” heard him perform at comedy clubs and introduced him to Lorne Michaels. The start of his comedy career came when he was contracted to write for the show.
Film credits for Adams Sandler include “The Wedding Singer” (1998), “Big Daddy” (1999), “50 First Dates” (2004), “I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry” (2007), “Grown Ups” (2010), “Grown Ups 2” (2013), “Blended” (2014), and numerous more film roles.
Adam Sandler is Married to Jacqueline Sandler. Sadie and Sunny are the couple’s two children, and are a blessing. They were married in 2003. Sandler’s family follows Judaism, a faith that originated with the ancient Hebrews.
Stanley Sandler’s Death
Stanley Sandler, the father of Adam Sandler, passed away on September 9, 2003, following a protracted fight with lung cancer. Adam never holds back while offering his late father’s praises.
He dedicated a whole movie, “50 First Dates” to his father. It read;
“My father, my mentor, my teacher, my coach, my idol, my hero, my family’s leader, my mom’s best friend, and by far the coolest guy I will have ever known. We will miss you every day, but we will always try to make you proud.”
Stanley was proud of his son and the life he had created for himself before he passed away. Despite not having cheered Adam during his early comedic career. He called him “a Laughter Seller”.
Stanley Sandler is survived by his Wife, Judith “Judy” Sandler, and His Children, Adams Sandler, Scott Sandler, Elizabeth Sandler, and Valerie Sandler.
