20 Genius Actors Who Played Dumb Characters

6. Adam Sandler

Adam Sandler has played a slew of goofy, dim-witted and downright silly characters throughout his career but that hides the fact that he really is a smart and talented actor. He graduated from NYU in 1991 with a Bachelor’s degree in fine arts. He has also received critical acclaim for his serious roles in Punch-Drunk Love, Spanglish and Reign Over Me. His production company, Happy Madison, produces widely successful films.