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4 unusual facts about Chris Farley


Cottonwood, California

In spring of 1997 Hollywood came to this small quiet town to film "Almost Heroes" starring Matthew Perry and Chris Farley.

King Cosmos

In 1995 Gomez appeared in the comedy Tommy Boy alongside Chris Farley and David Spade.

The Incomparable Atuk

The movie, which would have been simply called Atuk, has been called cursed as several actors associated with the film died, including John Belushi, Sam Kinison, John Candy and Chris Farley.

Theatre Strike Force

Roberts also created The Sunday Group, a special team within TSF that would focus specifically on "long-form" improvisation (a Chicago style that provided the comedic foundation for stars like Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, and Chris Farley).


Almost Heroes

Almost Heroes is a 1998 adventure comedy film directed by Christopher Guest, narrated by Guest's friend and frequent collaborator Harry Shearer, and starring Chris Farley and Matthew Perry.

Hinduism in Los Angeles

The temple was the venue for a small scene in the movie Beverly Hills Ninja, in 1997, starring Chris Farley.

Martin de Maat

Some of Martin de Maat's students over the years include: Mick Napier, Chris Farley, Tim Meadows, Scott Adsit, Rachel Dratch, Sean Hayes, Tina Fey, and a young David Mamet.


see also

White Ninja

The Great White Ninja, a character portrayed by Chris Farley in Beverly Hills Ninja