The Story Behind the 70s Sitcom Hit Laverne & Shirley

After the series ended, Michael McKean moved into new projects in film and television. In 1984, he appeared in the mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap, playing musician David St. Hubbins in the comedy about a fictional British rock band.

The film became a cult classic and introduced McKean to a wider audience beyond his television work as Lenny. The success of the movie helped establish him as a versatile comedic performer capable of moving between television, film, and later stage performances.