About
Alfred Matthew "Weird Al" Yankovic is an American comedy musician, writer, and actor, best known for his humorous parodies of popular songs. Born on October 23, 1959, in Downey, California, he was raised in Lynwood, California. Since his debut in 1983, Yankovic has sold over 12 million albums and recorded more than 150 parodies and original songs, earning five Grammy Awards and eleven nominations.
