Is This Guy For Real? The Unbelievable Andy Kaufman
- Annotation:
- The life story of comedian and actor, Andy Kaufman. This graphic novel covers his childhood years until his untimely death from lung cancer in 1984. Famous for his comedic abilities, his role as Latka on Taxi, Kaufman was just as famous for his impersonations, contemptible personas, fascination with professional wrestling, and his career of wrestling women.
- Creators:
- Publication Information:
- First Second, New York, 2018
- Color or Black & White:
- Genres:
- Biography
- Non-Fiction
- Bibliography Available:
- Yes
- Original Language:
- English
- Historical Topic/Event:
- Kaufman, Andy, 1949-1984
- Lawler, Jerry
- World Wrestling Federation
- Geographic Setting:
- New York (State)--Long Island
- New York (State)--New York--Hell's Kitchen
- Tennessee--Memphis
- Date Range:
- 1949 - 1984
- Awards:
- Ignatz Award
- Tags:
- Andy Kaufman WWF, Freddie Blassie, Latka, Taxi, The Comedy Store, Tony Clifton, Transcendental Meditation, David Letterman, Elvis, Vince McMahon, Bill Apter, wrestlers, comedian, television actor
- Notes:
- Includes web resources and personal interviews, including a 1985 interview with Kaufman’s brother, Michael.
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