An established, Oscar-nominated actor before he joined SNL, Randy Quaid was part of the maligned 1985-86 cast. He brought his intense, dramatic energy to the show, which created a unique comedic dynamic. He was known for his recurring character, ‘The B-Actor,’ a hammy performer who would over-act in every situation. While his sketch comedy tenure was brief, it was a memorable and unusual chapter in his career. Quaid’s post-SNL work continued to be prolific for many years, with his iconic role as Cousin Eddie in the National Lampoon’s Vacation films being a fan favorite.