Rob Schneider, the well-known comedian and actor, recently made headlines, not for his comedic work, but for a highly publicized conflict with his daughter, singer Elle King. King spoke on a podcast about her difficult relationship with her father, accusing him of being a “toxic” parent. She detailed her difficult childhood, including being sent to a “fat camp” and Schneider’s disapproval of her self-expression, particularly her tattoos. The rift between the two was further exacerbated by Schneider’s recent controversial remarks about the LGBTQ+ community and drag performances, which King strongly opposes.
In an interview with Tucker Carlson, Schneider responded in a conciliatory manner, expressing regret for his shortcomings as a father and publicly apologizing to King. Nevertheless, King has made it clear that she does not want to reconcile with her father, which further fueled public interest in the family drama.
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Rob Schneider’s Jewish heritage
Rob Schneider was born to an Ashkenazi Jewish father with roots in Poland and Russia. Despite his Jewish heritage, Schneider grew up in a mixed religious environment, as his mother is Catholic and of Filipino descent. In 2023, Schneider officially converted to Catholicism, which he openly professes today.
