What Happened to Rob Schneider?

Rob Schneider, born Robert Michael Schneider on October 31, 1963, gained widespread recognition as a cast member and writer on NBC's Saturday Night Live from 1990 to 1994, earning three Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Following his SNL tenure, he transitioned to a successful film career, starring in popular comedies such as 'Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo' (1999), 'The Animal' (2001), and 'The Hot Chick' (2002). He also frequently appeared in films alongside his friend Adam Sandler, including 'The Waterboy,' '50 First Dates,' and 'Grown Ups.'

In recent years, Schneider has increasingly focused on his stand-up comedy career, touring nationally and internationally. His Netflix special 'Asian Momma, Mexican Kids' premiered in 2020, followed by 'Woke Up in America' on Fox Nation in 2023. He also expanded his directorial work, helming and starring in the 2022 family film 'Daddy Daughter Trip,' which featured his daughters Miranda and singer Elle King.

A significant turning point in Schneider's public persona has been his outspoken embrace of conservative political views. After identifying as a lifelong Democrat, he switched to the Republican Party in 2013, citing California's political landscape. By 2017, he described himself as an independent leaning conservative. In July 2023, he endorsed independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, but later endorsed Donald Trump in August 2024 after Kennedy suspended his campaign.

These political stances have led to several controversies. In December 2023, a stand-up performance at a Senate Working Group event was cut short due to offensive content. In June 2024, he was removed from a stage in Saskatchewan, Canada, during a charity event for making jokes about vaccines, women, and transgender people, leading to a reported ban from re-entering Canada. In July 2024, Schneider called for a boycott of the Paris Olympics, criticizing the opening ceremony for allegedly disrespecting Christianity. His daughter, Elle King, publicly distanced herself from his comments in September 2024. Schneider has claimed that his conservative views have led to him being 'blacklisted' in Hollywood, affecting his opportunities for starring roles.

As of March 2026, Rob Schneider remains active in stand-up comedy, with numerous tour dates scheduled across the U.S. In a personal development, it was announced in January 2026 that his wife, Patricia Azarcoya Arce, filed for divorce on December 8, 2025. He continues to express his political and cultural opinions, as evidenced by an interview with The European Conservative in March 2026, where he discussed perceived threats to Western civilization. He also reportedly had a confrontation with Robert De Niro at the SNL50 reunion in 2025 over his support for Donald Trump.