Lovely 37++ Adam Sandler Movies Cast Members. After several years as a saturday night live writer and cast member (from 1990 to 1995note that's from the middle of season 16 to the end. He is of russian jewish descent. Adam richard sandler (born september 9, 1966 in new york city, new york) is an american comedian and actor. Adam richard sandler (born september 9, 1966) is an american actor, comedian, and filmmaker.