Almost Interesting

The Memoir

By: David Spade

Narrated by: David Spade

A hilarious and biting memoir from the actor, comedian and Saturday Night Live alumni David Spade.

David Spade is best known for his harsh “Hollywood” Minute Sketches on SNL, his starring roles in movies like Joe Dirt and Tommy Boy, and his seven-year stint as Dennis Finch on the series Just Shoot Me. Now, with a wit as dry as the weather in his home state of Arizona, the “comic brat extraordinaire” tells his story in Almost Interesting.

First Taking fans back to his childhood as a wannabe cool younger brother and recounting his excruciating road-tour to fame—when he was regularly mistaken for a ten year-old, Spade then dishes about his time crisscrossing the country as a comedian, for low-paying gigs and dragging along his mother’s old suitcase full of props. He also covers his years on SNL during the beloved Rock/Sandler/Farley era of the 1990s, including his close working relationship and friendship with Chris Farley and brags about the ridiculous perks that fame has brought into his life, including the constant fear of being fired, a crazy ex-assistant who attacked him while he was sleeping, a run-in with Eddie Murphy on the mean streets of Beverly Hills, and of course an endless supply of hot chicks.

Sometimes dirty, always funny, and as sharp as a tack, Almost Interesting reminds you why David Spade is one of our generation’s favorite funny guys.

Surprisingly good

I was surprised at what a great story this was, and how much I enjoyed David Spade's telling of it - I'm not even a fan of his. However, I enjoyed his style or writing and presentation. Definitely worth the time.

Funny but incomplete

It was entertaining and definitely lol funny. However it was mostly about his childhood and snl. Nothing about the other TV shows or his later movies. He talked a lot about making Tommy Boy, but the other movies don't get the same treatment. It was great how he addressed the events that made it into the tabloids.

100% Interesting

David Spade’s autobiography is a fascinating insiders look at creating a career in comedy from scratch. I found myself laughing out loud at some of his asides and funny sound effects. Great to have him as the reader. Spade also corners the market on snarky but is self-aware enough to offer an honest retelling of the highs and lows of his life, particularly his poignant recounting of his experiences with Chris Farley and a harrowing attack by a personal assistant—quite riveting. Indeed a book that is 100% interesting.

Hilarious

Always loved his humor, style and wit. Great listen! Both of his books are funny and charming.

The sidekick/ costar u know and love....

funny, entertaining, very good listen. learned alot about SNL, and Chris Farley... highly recommended. ENJOY