About
Philip Edward Hartman (né Hartmann; September 24, 1948 – May 28, 1998) was a Canadian-born American comedian, actor, screenwriter, and graphic designer. Hartman was born in Brantford, Ontario, Canada, and his family moved to the United States when he was ten years old. After graduating from California State University, Northridge with a degree in graphic arts, he designed album covers for bands including Poco and America. In 1975, Hartman joined the comedy group the Groundlings, where he helped Paul Reubens develop his character Pee-wee Herman. Hartman co-wrote the film Pee-wee's Big Adventure and made recurring appearances as Captain Carl on Reubens' show Pee-wee's Playhouse. In 1986, Hartman joined the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live (SNL) as a cast member, and stayed for eight seasons until 1994. Nicknamed "Glue" for his ability to hold the show together and help other...
Known for
The SimpsonsSeries • 1989
SeinfeldSeries • 1989
Magnum, P.I.Series • 1980
3rd Rock from the SunSeries • 1996
AnimaniacsSeries • 1993
Tom & Jerry Kids ShowSeries • 1990
DuckTalesSeries • 1987
Darkwing DuckSeries • 1991
The Larry Sanders ShowSeries • 1992
TaleSpinSeries • 1990
The JetsonsSeries • 1962
Tiny Toon AdventuresSeries • 1990
NewsRadioSeries • 1995
The Ren & Stimpy ShowSeries • 1991
The John Larroquette ShowSeries • 1993
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every ChildSeries • 1995
Eek! The CatSeries • 1992
Bobby's WorldSeries • 1990
The CriticSeries • 1994
Challenge of the GoBotsSeries • 1984
SpaceballsMovie • 1987
Dennis the MenaceSeries • 1985
Jingle All the WayMovie • 1996
Pee-wee's PlayhouseSeries • 1986