Emmy Award-Winning Comedy Writer & Performer Known for "Saturday Night Live" & "The Residence"; Host, "The Al Franken Podcast"; Former Senator from Minnesota

New York, NY, USA
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Al Franken Biography

Al Franken is a multifaceted individual with a career spanning entertainment, politics, and public service. His early career saw him as a writer and performer for the NBC series "Saturday Night Live," earning him five Emmy awards for his creative contributions. Franken was further recognized in the entertainment industry through his authorship of four New York Times best-selling books and roles in films like "Stuart Saves His Family" and "When a Man Loves a Woman." His ability to articulate his thoughts and concepts earned him two Grammy Awards for the audiobook versions of his works.

Transitioning into the political arena, Franken served as a U.S. senator from Minnesota from 2009 to 2018. During his tenure, he made remarkable strides in policy work, focusing on constituent services and legislative effectiveness. His first piece of legislation, the Service Dogs for Veterans Act, was unanimously passed by the Senate. His political career was further marked by his strong stance on issues such as universal health care, financial support for college students, and the condemnation of the Rohingya Muslim minority's genocide in Myanmar.

After his political career, Franken returned to the public sphere through radio and television, hosting "The Al Franken Show" on SiriusXM and guest-hosting shows like "The Daily Show." He has since transitioned into hosting "The Al Franken Podcast." In 2024, he appeared in "Saturday Night" based on "Saturday Night Live" and in 2025, he co-starred in Netflix's "The Residence."

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/02/2025.

Al Franken Videos

Al Franken Remembers His First Day As A U.S. Senator | Conan O ...

Al Franken Remembers His First Day As A U.S. Senator | Conan O ...

Al Franken wasn't allowed to be funny as a senator, but that didn't stop him from trying. Hear more from Al Franken on "Conan O'Brien Needs ...

Al Franken discusses his new comedy tour, current events and more ...

Al Franken discusses his new comedy tour, current events and more ...

Al Franken, the only U.S. senator who was also a writer and performer on “Saturday Night Live,” returns to his comedy roots with the “The ...

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