Tim Meadows Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Films, Books, Shows, Wife, Children

Timothy Meadows, famously known as Tim Meadows, is an American actor, comedian, and writer best known for his long tenure on Saturday Night Live (SNL), where he was a cast member from 1991 to 2000.

Recognized for his sharp wit and wide range of characters, Meadows became one of SNL’s longest-running cast members, earning a reputation for his deadpan humor and improvisational skill.

Profile

• Full Name: Timothy Meadows
• Stage Name: Tim Meadows
• Born: 5, February 1961
• Age: 64 years old
• Birthplace: Highland Park, Michigan, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Comedian, and Writer
• Height: 1.73 m
• Parents: Lathon Meadows and Mardell Meadows
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Michelle Taylor (m. 1997–2005)
• Children: Isaiah Crosby Meadows and Julian Meadows
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life And Education

Timothy Meadows was born on February 5, 1961, in Highland Park, Michigan, to parents Lathon Meadows, a janitor, and Mardell Meadows, a nurse’s assistant. Information about his siblings is not publicly available.

Meadows attended Pershing High School in Detroit and later studied television and radio broadcasting at Wayne State University. He is African-American and has not publicly disclosed specific religious beliefs, so his religion is unknown.

Career

Timothy Meadows began his career performing with The Second City, a renowned improvisational comedy troupe in Chicago, where he honed his skills alongside future comedy legends. His big break came in 1991 when he joined the cast of Saturday Night Live, quickly becoming a standout performer.

Known for his understated delivery and ability to embody various characters, Meadows became one of the show’s longest-serving cast members, remaining for nearly a decade. During and after his time on SNL, Meadows transitioned to film, notably starring in The Ladies Man (2000), a spin-off of his popular SNL character Leon Phelps.

He also appeared in successful comedy films such as Mean Girls (2004), Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story (2007), and Grown Ups (2010), often portraying witty, supporting characters that showcased his comedic timing.

His television career flourished with roles in The Michael Richards Show, The Office, and Curb Your Enthusiasm. Currently, Tim Meadows continues to work actively in both film and television.

He has recurring roles in series such as The Goldbergs and its spin-off Schooled and has made frequent guest appearances on various comedy programs. Meadows is also a regular performer at improv and comedy venues around the country. He is admired for his contributions to modern sketch comedy and respected for his enduring influence in the comedy community.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @real_timmeadows   

Personal Life

Timothy Meadows married Michelle Taylor from 1997 until their divorce in 2005, when they welcomed two sons, Isaiah Crosby Meadows and Julian Meadows.

Although he has occasionally spoken about fatherhood and the importance of family, Meadows generally keeps his personal life away from the public eye.

Filmography

• Saturday Night Live (1991–2000)
• The Ladies Man (2000)
• Mean Girls (2004)
• Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story (2007)
• Grown Ups (2010)
• Grown Ups 2 (2013)
• The Goldbergs (2013–2023)
• Schooled (2019–2020)
• Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Guest appearances)

Net Worth

Timothy Meadows’s estimated net Worth is $4 million. His income is primarily derived from his long-running television and film career, particularly his work on Saturday Night Live, numerous comedy films, consistent roles in television sitcoms, and guest appearances.