History of Tim Robinson (comedian) in Timeline

Tim Robinson is an American comedian, actor, and writer. He initially gained recognition as a writer and performer on Saturday Night Live from 2012 to 2016. He achieved broader success as the co-creator, co-writer, and star of the comedy series Detroiters, which aired from 2017 to 2018. Robinson is best known for co-creating, writing, and starring in the popular Netflix sketch comedy series I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson, which premiered in 2019.

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1951: Favorite film

Tim Robinson's favorite film is Alfred Hitchcock's Strangers on a Train, from 1951.

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May 23, 1981: Tim Robinson's Birth

On May 23, 1981, Tim Robinson was born. He is an American comedian, actor, and screenwriter.

2000: Graduation from Clarkston High School

In 2000, Tim Robinson graduated from Clarkston High School. This marked a point where he was pursuing a comedy career while supporting himself by working in a toy store and teaching improv classes.

September 2006: Marriage to Heather

In September 2006, Tim Robinson married Heather, an electrical engineer for Chrysler, who was his schoolmate and whom he began dating as a teenager.

September 2012: Debut on Saturday Night Live

In September 2012, Tim Robinson made his debut as a featured performer on Saturday Night Live (SNL).

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2015: Controversial Statement About Lorne Michaels

In 2015, Tim Robinson reportedly said that Lorne Michaels should be "shot in the back of the head" for inviting Donald Trump to host SNL. This statement became a point of controversy.

February 2017: Premiere of Detroiters on Comedy Central

In February 2017, Detroiters, a show co-created and co-starred by Tim Robinson along with Sam Richardson, premiered on Comedy Central.

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April 2017: Guest Starred on Making History as Al Capone

In April 2017, Tim Robinson guest starred on Fox's Making History as Al Capone.

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April 2019: Premiere of 'I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson'

In April 2019, 'I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson', a sketch comedy series created by and starring Tim Robinson, premiered and received critical acclaim.

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