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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
<p>Tim Meadows was born on February 5, 1961, in Michigan. His mother, Mardell, worked as a nurse’s assistant, and his father, <a href="/biography/tim-meadows">Lathon Meadows</a>, was a janitor. He attended Wayne State University, where he studied radio and television broadcasting. Meadows would go on to become a prominent figure in American comedy, particularly known for his work as a stand-up comedian and improvisational performer.</p>

<h2>Comedy Beginnings and The Second City</h2>
<p>Meadows began his comedy career in Detroit, performing improvisational comedy at the Soup Kitchen Saloon. His talents led him to join the famed comedy troupe The Second City, based in Chicago. The Second City has been a launching pad for many successful comedians, and Meadows was able to hone his skills alongside other rising stars of comedy.</p>

<h2>Saturday Night Live</h2>
<p>In 1991, Tim Meadows joined the cast of the long-running sketch comedy show <em>Saturday Night Live</em> (SNL). He remained a cast member until 2000, becoming one of the show's longest-serving performers at the time. His record tenure of nearly ten years was later surpassed by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darrell_Hammond">Darrell Hammond</a> in 2005.</p>
<p>During his time on SNL, Meadows became known for his impersonations of celebrities such as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Jackson">Michael Jackson</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oprah_Winfrey">Oprah Winfrey</a>, <a href="/biography/tiger-woods">Tiger Woods</a>, <a href="/biography/erykah-badu">Erykah Badu</a>, and O.J. Simpson. However, he gained perhaps the most recognition for creating the original character Leon Phelps, also known as "<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ladies_Man_(2000_film)">The Ladies Man</a>," a quirky <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ladies_Man_(2000_film)">talk show host</a> who offered questionable romantic advice. This character was later adapted into a feature film, <em><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ladies_Man_(2000_film)">The Ladies Man</a></em> (2000), which portrayed Phelps' quest to find love and legitimacy for his radio show. Despite strong fan interest from the show, the film received poor critical reviews and underperformed at the box office.</p>

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<h2>Film and Television Career</h2>
<p>After his departure from SNL, Tim Meadows appeared in various films and television shows. He had roles in comedy films such as <em>The Three Days</em> (2001), <em>The Even Stevens Movie</em> (2003) as Miles McDermott, and <em>The Cookout</em> (2004). He also starred in <em>The Michael Richards Show</em>, a short-lived NBC sitcom.</p>
<p>One of his more memorable film roles came in <em>Mean Girls</em> (2004), where he played the high school principal. The film was written by fellow SNL <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tina_Fey">alum</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tina_Fey">Tina Fey</a> and became a cult classic. Meadows also made cameo appearances in films inspired by SNL sketches such as <em>Wayne’s World 2</em>, <em><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coneheads_(film)">Coneheads</a></em>, and <em>It’s Pat</em>.</p>
<p>In 2006, he appeared in <em>The Benchwarmers</em> and had a supporting role in <em>Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story</em> (2007). He also featured on the comedy album <em><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_people">White People</a></em> and made guest appearances on popular shows including <em>The Office</em>, portraying a client in the second season. Meadows later co-starred in NBC’s sitcom <em>Marry Me</em>, though the show aired only briefly.</p>

<h2>Continued Work in Comedy</h2>
<p>Tim Meadows has remained active in the comedy scene, especially in improvisation. He regularly performs in comedy shows in both Chicago and Los Angeles. His appearances on <em>The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson</em> as a comedic field reporter further showcased his ongoing commitment to sketch and improvisational comedy.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>
<p>In 1997, Meadows married his longtime girlfriend Michelle Taylor. The couple separated in 2005. He has continued to stay connected with fans through social media platforms, especially Twitter, where he frequently engages with followers.</p>

<h2>Recognition and Net Worth</h2>
<p>Tim Meadows’ contributions to comedy, especially through his work on <em>Saturday Night Live</em>, remain significant. His presence is widely recognized in television history and comedy circles alike. According to public estimates, his net worth is approximately $3 million. More detailed accounts of his career can be found on platforms like Wikipedia and IMDb.</p>

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