Dennis Dugan

Biography

Dennis Dugan (born September 5, 1946) is an American director, comedian, and actor. He started his acting career after appearing in the 1973 made-for-TV movie” The Girl Most Likely to...” He is well known for his frequent collaborations with comedic actor Adam Sandler, directing several films including “Happy Gilmore” and “Grown Ups.” Dennis has also made a career as a television and film director, and appears in cameo parts in many of his films. Dugan has directed episodes of such television series as Moonlighting (was also a guest star in some episodes), Ally McBeal, and NYPD Blue.  Dugan married actress Joyce Van Patten in 1973 and divorced her fourteen years later. Now he is married to Sharon O'Connor and has a son named Kelly Dugan.

Known For

Career Timeline

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  1. 2025
    Happy Gilmore 2

    Doug Thompson • Acting

  2. 2024
    Knox Goes Away

    Philo Jones • Acting

  3. 2024
    Father There is Only One 4

    Director Película • Acting

  4. 2020
    Love, Weddings & Other Disasters

    Eddie Stone • Acting

  5. 2013
    Grown Ups 2

    Dr. Larry • Acting

  6. 2012
    That's My Boy

    School Janitor • Acting

  7. 2011
    Jack and Jill

    Al Pacino's Standby • Acting

  8. 2010
    Grown Ups

    Referee • Acting

Dennis Dugan - Aperture