Samuel Burl "Sam" Kinison (* 8. Dezember 1953 in Yakima, Washington; † 10. April 1992 in Needles, Kalifornien) war ein US-amerikanischer Komiker und Schauspieler. ()
Samuel Burl "Sam" Kinison (December 8, 1953 – April 10, 1992) was an American stand-up comedian and actor. He was known for his intense, harsh and politically incorrect humor. A former Pentecostal preacher, he performed stand-up routines that were most often characterized by an intense style, similar to charismatic preachers, and punctuated by his trademark scream.