Robert Smigel

Robert Smigel
Smigel at the 2025 Tribeca Festival
Born (1960-02-07) February 7, 1960
EducationCornell University
New York University (BA)
Occupations
  • Actor
  • comedian
  • writer
  • director
  • producer
  • puppeteer
Years active1985–present
Notable work
SpouseMichelle Saks
Children3
FatherIrwin Smigel

Robert Smigel (born February 7, 1960) is an American actor, comedian, writer, director, producer, and puppeteer, known for his Saturday Night Live "TV Funhouse" cartoon shorts and as the puppeteer and voice behind Triumph the Insult Comic Dog. He also co-wrote the first two Hotel Transylvania films, You Don't Mess with the Zohan, and Leo, all starring Adam Sandler.