Middle name:  Paul

Strangest life curve: House fire

Makes you cringe:  Raggedy Ann

Most laudable trait:  Optimistic

Irrational fear:  Raggedy Ann

An accomplished bucket list item:  Live taping SNL, front row center

Childhood hero:  Steve Vai, Eddie Van Halen

Dinner party schtick:  Impressions

Musical kryptonite:  BeeGees

Dyed in the wool or daring:  Fishing, skiing