Cornelius Crane “Chevy” Chase (born October 8, 1943) Is An American Emmy Award-winning Comedian, Writer, And Television And Film Actor. Born Into A Prominent Family, Chase Became A Sensation As A Cast Member In The Inaugural Season Of Saturday Night Live. He Also Hosted The Academy Awards Twice (1987 And 1988) And Briefly Had His Own Late-night Talk Show, The Chevy Chase Show. He Is Also Known For His Portrayal Of The Character Clark Griswold In Four National Lampoon Films.