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Top 10 Comedian Podcasts
If you're a fan of stand-up comedy, you've got to read this list of 10 podcasts by comedians that you'll want to check out.
If you're a fan of stand-up comedy, you've got to read this list of 10 podcasts by comedians that you'll want to check out.
10 Most Popular Comedians
Check out this list of the 10 comedians who are making the biggest splash in stand-up today.
Check out this list of the 10 comedians who are making the biggest splash in stand-up today.
Tips for Beginner Comedians
Check out this list of helpful tips on improving your act and getting over failure for new and struggling stand-up comedians.
Check out this list of helpful tips on improving your act and getting over failure for new and struggling stand-up comedians.
Comedians Who Died Too Soon
Check out this list of comedians who passed away in their prime and whose talents were taken from us too soon.
Check out this list of comedians who passed away in their prime and whose talents were taken from us too soon.
Top 10 Political Comedians
Top 10 Political Comedians - Check out this list of the 10 best political stand-up comedians, from Bill Maher to Dennis Miller.
Top 10 Political Comedians - Check out this list of the 10 best political stand-up comedians, from Bill Maher to Dennis Miller.
11 Saturday Night Live Movies
Check out this list of 11 movies based on sketches from Saturday Night Live and discover why a four-minute sketch doesn't always translate to a 90-minute movie.
Check out this list of 11 movies based on sketches from Saturday Night Live and discover why a four-minute sketch doesn't always translate to a 90-minute movie.
Five Clean Comedians
Want to find some stand-up comedy without any foul language? Check out this list of five hilarious stand-up comedians who work clean.
Want to find some stand-up comedy without any foul language? Check out this list of five hilarious stand-up comedians who work clean.
10 Kristen Wiig SNL Characters
Check out this list of the best characters Kristen Wiig played on Saturday Night Live.
Check out this list of the best characters Kristen Wiig played on Saturday Night Live.
Justin Timberlake SNL Sketches
Check out this list of the best Saturday Night Live sketches starring musician and actor Justin Timberlake.
Check out this list of the best Saturday Night Live sketches starring musician and actor Justin Timberlake.
Essential Blue Collar Comics
Check out this list of 10 essential Blue Collar comedians, from the most popular to a few new faces you'll want to check out.
Check out this list of 10 essential Blue Collar comedians, from the most popular to a few new faces you'll want to check out.
10 Essential Musical Comedians
Check out this list of 10 comedians who aren't afraid to pick up an instrument and sing a song. They're 10 essential musical comedians.
Check out this list of 10 comedians who aren't afraid to pick up an instrument and sing a song. They're 10 essential musical comedians.
Zach Galifianakis Biography
Read a profile of stand-up comedian Zach Galifianakis, former Comedian of Comedy and star of the 2009 film The Hangover.
Read a profile of stand-up comedian Zach Galifianakis, former Comedian of Comedy and star of the 2009 film The Hangover.
Gabriel Iglesias Biography
Read a profile of comedian Gabriel Iglesias, the man behind the comedy specials 'Hot and Fluffy' and 'I'm not Fat...I'm Fluffy.'
Read a profile of comedian Gabriel Iglesias, the man behind the comedy specials 'Hot and Fluffy' and 'I'm not Fat...I'm Fluffy.'
Funniest Will Ferrell Movies
Check out this list of the five funniest movies starring former Saturday Night Live cast member Will Ferrell, star of Anchorman and Talladega Nights.
Check out this list of the five funniest movies starring former Saturday Night Live cast member Will Ferrell, star of Anchorman and Talladega Nights.
Top 5 Insult Comics
Check out this list of the best insult comedians of all time or I'll call you names.
Check out this list of the best insult comedians of all time or I'll call you names.
Best Trump Roast Jokes
Check out this list of the best jokes from the Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump.
Check out this list of the best jokes from the Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump.
History of Stand-up: The 80s
History of Stand-up Comedy - Stand-up Comedy in the 1980s - Stand-up comedy exploded in the 1980s. Between the proliferation of comedy clubs and new TV shows devoted to comics, stand-up was everywhere during the decade.
History of Stand-up Comedy - Stand-up Comedy in the 1980s - Stand-up comedy exploded in the 1980s. Between the proliferation of comedy clubs and new TV shows devoted to comics, stand-up was everywhere during the decade.
Mitch Hedberg Jokes
Read a list of the best jokes and quotes from the late, great stand-up comedian Mitch Hedberg.
Read a list of the best jokes and quotes from the late, great stand-up comedian Mitch Hedberg.
How to Break Into Stand-up
Before you start your career as a professional stand-up comedian, read these helpful tips about creating and working out material, climbing the comedy club ladder, what to do when you bomb and more.
Before you start your career as a professional stand-up comedian, read these helpful tips about creating and working out material, climbing the comedy club ladder, what to do when you bomb and more.
Stand-up in the '70s
The 1970s marked the birth of modern stand-up comedy. From the appearance of a new generation of comedians to the rise of the comedy club, read about the decade that changed stand-up forever.
The 1970s marked the birth of modern stand-up comedy. From the appearance of a new generation of comedians to the rise of the comedy club, read about the decade that changed stand-up forever.
Kevin Hart Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and actor Kevin Hart.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and actor Kevin Hart.
Amy Schumer
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and Last Comic Standing contestant Amy Schumer.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and Last Comic Standing contestant Amy Schumer.
Movies About Stand-up Comedy
Check out this list of 10 movies about stand-up comedy, from Punchline to Funny People.
Check out this list of 10 movies about stand-up comedy, from Punchline to Funny People.
Top 20 Cable Guy Roast Jokes
Check out a rundown of the 20 best jokes and one-liners from the Comedy Central Roast of Larry the Cable Guy, featuring appearances by Lisa Lampanelli, Jeff Foxworthy, Toby Keith, Jeffrey Ross and more. Original air date 3/15/09.
Check out a rundown of the 20 best jokes and one-liners from the Comedy Central Roast of Larry the Cable Guy, featuring appearances by Lisa Lampanelli, Jeff Foxworthy, Toby Keith, Jeffrey Ross and more. Original air date 3/15/09.
Top 20 Hasselhoff Roast Jokes
Check out this list of the best jokes and one-liners told at the Comedy Central Roast of David Hasselhoff, featuring Greg Giraldo, Whitney Cummings, Lisa Lampanelli, Pamela Anderson and more.
Check out this list of the best jokes and one-liners told at the Comedy Central Roast of David Hasselhoff, featuring Greg Giraldo, Whitney Cummings, Lisa Lampanelli, Pamela Anderson and more.
SNL Best Christmas Skits
Check out this list of the best Christmas and holiday sketches from Saturday Night Live.
Check out this list of the best Christmas and holiday sketches from Saturday Night Live.
George Lopez Biography
Read a biography of comedian, actor and talk show host George Lopez, the host of Lopez Tonight on TBS.
Read a biography of comedian, actor and talk show host George Lopez, the host of Lopez Tonight on TBS.
Ellen DeGeneres Biography
Read a profile of comedian and talk show host Ellen DeGeneres.
Read a profile of comedian and talk show host Ellen DeGeneres.
Rivers Roast Top 20 Jokes
Check out this list of the 20 best jokes delivered at the Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers, featuring Kathy Griffin, Greg Giraldo, Jeff Ross, Whitney Cummings, Mario Cantone and more.
Check out this list of the 20 best jokes delivered at the Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers, featuring Kathy Griffin, Greg Giraldo, Jeff Ross, Whitney Cummings, Mario Cantone and more.
SNL S38 Ben Affleck Recap
Read a recap of Ben Affleck on Saturday Night Live, with musical guest Kanye West. Original air date 5/18/13.
Read a recap of Ben Affleck on Saturday Night Live, with musical guest Kanye West. Original air date 5/18/13.
Top 10 SNL Digital Shorts
Check out this list of the top 10 Digital Shorts on Saturday Night Live, from Lazy Sunday to the Tizzle Wizzle Show.
Check out this list of the top 10 Digital Shorts on Saturday Night Live, from Lazy Sunday to the Tizzle Wizzle Show.
Ricky Gervais Biography
Read a biography of comedian, actor and director Ricky Gervais, co-creator of the original BBC The Office and the stand-up comic behind two 'Out of England' comedy specials.
Read a biography of comedian, actor and director Ricky Gervais, co-creator of the original BBC The Office and the stand-up comic behind two 'Out of England' comedy specials.
Comics Who Became Movie Stars
Check out this list of comedians who successfully made the leap to becoming movie stars, from Steve Martin to Russell Brand.
Check out this list of comedians who successfully made the leap to becoming movie stars, from Steve Martin to Russell Brand.
History of Stand-up: The 90s
History of Stand-up Comedy - Stand-up Comedy in the 1990s - All good things must come to an end. Read about the decade that saw the near-death and rebirth of stand-up comedy.
History of Stand-up Comedy - Stand-up Comedy in the 1990s - All good things must come to an end. Read about the decade that saw the near-death and rebirth of stand-up comedy.
Top 5 Steve Martin Comedies
Once a hugely successful stand-up comic, Steve Martin has been starring in films since the late 1970s. Since then, he has gone on to become of the most popular and enduring comedic actors of all time. Check out this list of his five funniest movies.
Once a hugely successful stand-up comic, Steve Martin has been starring in films since the late 1970s. Since then, he has gone on to become of the most popular and enduring comedic actors of all time. Check out this list of his five funniest movies.
SNL S37 Jason Segel Recap
Check out a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 3707, hosted by Jason Segel featuring musical guest Florence and the Machine. Guest appearances by The Muppets and Paul Rudd. Original air date 11/19/11.
Check out a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 3707, hosted by Jason Segel featuring musical guest Florence and the Machine. Guest appearances by The Muppets and Paul Rudd. Original air date 11/19/11.
Slapstick comedy
Learn about slapstick comedy: what it is, who are slapstick comedians and more.
Learn about slapstick comedy: what it is, who are slapstick comedians and more.
Breaking In - How to Dress
So you're ready to break into stand-up comedy, but now you're wondering how to dress for your stand-up comedy gig. Check out these helpful suggestions before stepping out on stage.
So you're ready to break into stand-up comedy, but now you're wondering how to dress for your stand-up comedy gig. Check out these helpful suggestions before stepping out on stage.
SNL S37 Jimmy Fallon Recap
Check out a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 3710, hosted by Jimmy Fallon featuring musical guest Michael Buble. Original air date 12/17/11.
Check out a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 3710, hosted by Jimmy Fallon featuring musical guest Michael Buble. Original air date 12/17/11.
SF Sketchfest 2012 Lineup
Check out the lineup for the 2012 San Francisco Comedy Festival, taking place January 19-February 4, 2012.
Check out the lineup for the 2012 San Francisco Comedy Festival, taking place January 19-February 4, 2012.
SNL S37 Steve Buscemi Recap
Check out a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 3708, hosted by Steve Buscemi featuring musical guest The Black Keys. Guest appearance by Maya Rudolph. Original air date 12/4/11.
Check out a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 3708, hosted by Steve Buscemi featuring musical guest The Black Keys. Guest appearance by Maya Rudolph. Original air date 12/4/11.
Tower Heist Review
Read a review of the 2011 movie Tower Heist, starring Ben Stiller and Eddie Murphy and directed by Brett Ratner.
Read a review of the 2011 movie Tower Heist, starring Ben Stiller and Eddie Murphy and directed by Brett Ratner.
SNL S37 Daniel Radcliffe Recap
Check out a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 3712, hosted by Daniel Radcliffe featuring musical guest Lana Del Rey. Original air date 1/14/12.
Check out a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 3712, hosted by Daniel Radcliffe featuring musical guest Lana Del Rey. Original air date 1/14/12.
10 Best Comedian Sitcoms
Check out this list of the 10 best sitcoms based around comedians ever to air on television.
Check out this list of the 10 best sitcoms based around comedians ever to air on television.
Amy Schumer Mostly Sex Stuff
Read a review of Mostly Sex Stuff, the first stand-up special from Amy Schumer.
Read a review of Mostly Sex Stuff, the first stand-up special from Amy Schumer.
Best Charlie Sheen Roast Jokes
Check out this list of the best jokes, one liners and insults from the Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen.
Check out this list of the best jokes, one liners and insults from the Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen.
Andy Kaufman Biography
Born: January 17, 1949 Died: May 16, 1984 Quick Andy Kaufman Facts: Andy Kaufman began performing at
Born: January 17, 1949 Died: May 16, 1984 Quick Andy Kaufman Facts: Andy Kaufman began performing at
Most Sarcastic Comedians
Check out this list of the most sarcastic comedians working in stand-up today.
Check out this list of the most sarcastic comedians working in stand-up today.
Organize a Comedy Open Mic
Check out these tips on how to organize your own open mic night for a do-it-yourself approach on breaking in to stand-up comedy.
Check out these tips on how to organize your own open mic night for a do-it-yourself approach on breaking in to stand-up comedy.
Blue Humor
: "Blue" humor involves material that's typically considered more "adult"; it can include swearing or
: "Blue" humor involves material that's typically considered more "adult"; it can include swearing or
Adam Sandler
Read a biography of comedy, actor and former Saturday Night Live cast member Adam Sandler, one of the most successful movie stars of all time.
Read a biography of comedy, actor and former Saturday Night Live cast member Adam Sandler, one of the most successful movie stars of all time.
Daniel Tosh Biography
Read a profile of stand-up comedian Daniel Tosh, host of the internet clip show 'Tosh.0' on Comedy Central and author of the comedy album 'True Stories I Made Up.'
Read a profile of stand-up comedian Daniel Tosh, host of the internet clip show 'Tosh.0' on Comedy Central and author of the comedy album 'True Stories I Made Up.'
Jeff Dunham Biography
Read this profile of puppet comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham, winner of the 2008 Comedy Central Stand-up Showdown and star of stand-up specials Spark of Insanity and Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special.
Read this profile of puppet comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham, winner of the 2008 Comedy Central Stand-up Showdown and star of stand-up specials Spark of Insanity and Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special.
The Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump: Red Carpet Arrivals
Check out a photo of Whitney Cummings arriving on the red carpet of the Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump, recorded in New York City on March 9, 2011.
Check out a photo of Whitney Cummings arriving on the red carpet of the Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump, recorded in New York City on March 9, 2011.
Lisa Lampanelli
From Dane Cook to Jeff Dunham, several comedians really hit it big in the 2000s. Check out the breakout comedy stars of the decade.
From Dane Cook to Jeff Dunham, several comedians really hit it big in the 2000s. Check out the breakout comedy stars of the decade.
Joan Rivers Roast Review
Read a review of the Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers, featuring Kathy Griffin, Greg Giraldo, Mario Cantone, Whitney Cummings, Jeff Ross and more. Original premiere date 8/9/09.
Read a review of the Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers, featuring Kathy Griffin, Greg Giraldo, Mario Cantone, Whitney Cummings, Jeff Ross and more. Original premiere date 8/9/09.
Top 25 Roseanne Roast Jokes
Check out this list of the 25 best jokes at the Comedy Central Roast of Roseanne.
Check out this list of the 25 best jokes at the Comedy Central Roast of Roseanne.
History of Stand-up: 2000s
History of Stand-up Comedy - History of Stand-up Comedy in the 2000s - In the 2000s, stand-up comedy had bounced back from the '90s decline. Read about the changes in stand up during the 2000s and how comedy not only got back on top, but stayed there.
History of Stand-up Comedy - History of Stand-up Comedy in the 2000s - In the 2000s, stand-up comedy had bounced back from the '90s decline. Read about the changes in stand up during the 2000s and how comedy not only got back on top, but stayed there.
Donald Trump Roast Review
Another year, another Comedy Central roast. This time around, the main target was billionaire Donald
Another year, another Comedy Central roast. This time around, the main target was billionaire Donald
Chris Rock Biography
Check out this profile of comedian Chris Rock, with information about his biography, comedy albums and career.
Check out this profile of comedian Chris Rock, with information about his biography, comedy albums and career.
History of Stand-up
History of Stand-up Comedy - The History of Stand-up Comedy - Read all about the history of stand-up comedy, from the birth of modern stand-up in the 1970s through the boom and collapse in the '80s and '90s through today.
History of Stand-up Comedy - The History of Stand-up Comedy - Read all about the history of stand-up comedy, from the birth of modern stand-up in the 1970s through the boom and collapse in the '80s and '90s through today.
Nick Swardson Biography
Read a profile of comedian and actor Nick Swardson, star of several Adam Sandler comedies and with albums like 'Seriously, Who Farted?'.
Read a profile of comedian and actor Nick Swardson, star of several Adam Sandler comedies and with albums like 'Seriously, Who Farted?'.
Louis C.K. Biography
Read this profile of comedian, writer and director Louis C.K., star of the HBO sitcom Lucky Louie and the stand-up specials Shameless and Chewed Up.
Read this profile of comedian, writer and director Louis C.K., star of the HBO sitcom Lucky Louie and the stand-up specials Shameless and Chewed Up.
Dane Cook Biography
Read all about Dane Cook, one of the most popular stand-up comics working today. Get biographical information and learn about the comedian's CDs, film and television appearances.
Read all about Dane Cook, one of the most popular stand-up comics working today. Get biographical information and learn about the comedian's CDs, film and television appearances.
Mitch Fatel Biography
Read a profile of stand-up comedian Mitch Fatel.
Read a profile of stand-up comedian Mitch Fatel.
Best Bill Murray Comedies
Take a look at this list of the Top 5 Funniest Bill Murray comedies, from the 1980s to the present.
Take a look at this list of the Top 5 Funniest Bill Murray comedies, from the 1980s to the present.
Comedians Winning Oscars
Want to see which comedians have been nominated for Academy Awards and which ones have won? Check out this list to see how comics have fared on Hollywood's biggest night.
Want to see which comedians have been nominated for Academy Awards and which ones have won? Check out this list to see how comics have fared on Hollywood's biggest night.
Best Comedy Albums of 2011
Check out this list of the best stand-up comedy albums of 2011.
Check out this list of the best stand-up comedy albums of 2011.
Top 10 Mr. Show Sketches
While it can be argued whether or not Mr. Show with Bob and David is the best sketch show of all time,
While it can be argued whether or not Mr. Show with Bob and David is the best sketch show of all time,
Comedians Who Failed in Movies
A lot of comedians successfully made the leap from stand-up comedy to the screen. A lot have also tried and failed. Check out this list of comedians who tried and failed to become movie stars.
A lot of comedians successfully made the leap from stand-up comedy to the screen. A lot have also tried and failed. Check out this list of comedians who tried and failed to become movie stars.
SNL Recap - Justin Timberlake
Read a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 1552 hosted by Justin Timberlake with musical guest Ciara. Original air date 5/9/09.
Read a recap of Saturday Night Live episode 1552 hosted by Justin Timberlake with musical guest Ciara. Original air date 5/9/09.
Kevin James Biography
Read a profile of stand-up comedian and actor Kevin James, star of 'The King of Queens' and movies like 'Hitch' and 'Paul Blart: Mall Cop.'
Read a profile of stand-up comedian and actor Kevin James, star of 'The King of Queens' and movies like 'Hitch' and 'Paul Blart: Mall Cop.'
Louis CK Oh My God Review
Read a review of Oh My God, the 2013 HBO comedy special from Louis CK.
Read a review of Oh My God, the 2013 HBO comedy special from Louis CK.
George Lopez It's Not Me It's You
Read a review of It's Not Me, It's You, the 2012 stand-up special from comedian George Lopez.
Read a review of It's Not Me, It's You, the 2012 stand-up special from comedian George Lopez.
Jim Jefferies Biography
Read a biography of Australian comedian Jim Jeffries, star of the FX sitcom Legit.
Read a biography of Australian comedian Jim Jeffries, star of the FX sitcom Legit.
Saturday Night Live Season 38
Check out episode recaps, sketch highlights and photos from Saturday Night Live Season 38.
Check out episode recaps, sketch highlights and photos from Saturday Night Live Season 38.
Top 10 Comedy Albums of 2012
What are the 10 best comedy albums of 2012? Find out here.
What are the 10 best comedy albums of 2012? Find out here.
Red Foxx Biography
Read a biography of legendary and influential comedian Redd Foxx, star of TVs Sanford and Son and a comedian who broke down racial barriers.
Read a biography of legendary and influential comedian Redd Foxx, star of TVs Sanford and Son and a comedian who broke down racial barriers.
SNL Recap - Ben Affleck
Saturday Night Live Ben Affleck Episode Recap - Saturday Night Live - Recap of Saturday Night Live Ben Affleck episode, with musical guest David Cook and an appearance by Senator John McCain. Original air date November 1, 2008.
Saturday Night Live Ben Affleck Episode Recap - Saturday Night Live - Recap of Saturday Night Live Ben Affleck episode, with musical guest David Cook and an appearance by Senator John McCain. Original air date November 1, 2008.
SNL Season 34 Recaps
Read complete episode recaps and watch video of Saturday Night Live season 34, the season that brought Tina Fey and Alaska governor Sarah Palin together and marked Amy Poehler's last year with the show.
Read complete episode recaps and watch video of Saturday Night Live season 34, the season that brought Tina Fey and Alaska governor Sarah Palin together and marked Amy Poehler's last year with the show.
Mike Epps Biography
Read a biography of comedian and actor Mike Epps, star of 'Next Friday' and former host of HBO's Def Comedy Jam.
Read a biography of comedian and actor Mike Epps, star of 'Next Friday' and former host of HBO's Def Comedy Jam.
Top Five Eddie Murphy Movies
Check out this list of the five funniest movies from comedy superstar Eddie Murphy.
Check out this list of the five funniest movies from comedy superstar Eddie Murphy.
Jim Gaffigan Profile
Read a profile of stand-up comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan, star of the TBS comedy series My Boys and author of the comedy albums Beyond the Pale, The Last Supper, King Baby and more.
Read a profile of stand-up comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan, star of the TBS comedy series My Boys and author of the comedy albums Beyond the Pale, The Last Supper, King Baby and more.
Whitney Cummings Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian Whitney Cummings, frequent guest on Chelsea Lately and the woman behind the album Emotional Ninja and the Comedy Central stand-up special Money Shot.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian Whitney Cummings, frequent guest on Chelsea Lately and the woman behind the album Emotional Ninja and the Comedy Central stand-up special Money Shot.
Stephen Colbert Biography
Stephen Colbert - Read this profile of Stephen Colbert, host of the The Colbert Report on Comedy Central and a cast member of The Daily Show and Strangers with Candy.
Stephen Colbert - Read this profile of Stephen Colbert, host of the The Colbert Report on Comedy Central and a cast member of The Daily Show and Strangers with Candy.
Steve Martin Biography
Read a biography of comedian, actor, writer and musician Steve Martin, star of 'The Jerk,' the 'Cheaper by the Dozen Films' and more as well as the author of 'Born Standing Up,' a memoir about his life in comedy.
Read a biography of comedian, actor, writer and musician Steve Martin, star of 'The Jerk,' the 'Cheaper by the Dozen Films' and more as well as the author of 'Born Standing Up,' a memoir about his life in comedy.
Alternative Comedy
Alternative comedy is a style of comedy that could be considered antithetical to traditional setup/punchline stand-up comedy.
Alternative comedy is a style of comedy that could be considered antithetical to traditional setup/punchline stand-up comedy.
Roast
Find out what a roast is in the comedy world.
Find out what a roast is in the comedy world.
Essential Musical Comedy Teams
Check out this list of the best musical comedy teams, from Tenacious D to God's Pottery.
Check out this list of the best musical comedy teams, from Tenacious D to God's Pottery.
Greg Giraldo Biography
Read a profile of stand-up comedian Greg Giraldo, creator of the album 'Good Day to Cross a River' and the Comedy Central special 'Midlife Vices.'
Read a profile of stand-up comedian Greg Giraldo, creator of the album 'Good Day to Cross a River' and the Comedy Central special 'Midlife Vices.'
Bill Hicks Biography
Read a biography of the hugely influential comedian, the late Bill Hicks.
Read a biography of the hugely influential comedian, the late Bill Hicks.
Bill Hader Biography
Read a biography of comedian and Saturday Night Live cast member Bill Hader.
Read a biography of comedian and Saturday Night Live cast member Bill Hader.
Sam Kinison Biography
Sam Kinison was a lot of things -- preacher, comedian, would-be rock star -- but boring was never one of them. Read about this comic whose life was cut short, but whose signature scream lives on.
Sam Kinison was a lot of things -- preacher, comedian, would-be rock star -- but boring was never one of them. Read about this comic whose life was cut short, but whose signature scream lives on.
Garfunkel and Oates
Read a biography of Kate Micucci and Riki Lindhome, otherwise known as the musical comedy team of Garfunkel and Oates.
Read a biography of Kate Micucci and Riki Lindhome, otherwise known as the musical comedy team of Garfunkel and Oates.
Ron White Profile
Read a profile of Grammy-nominated comedian and author Ron White, one of the comics on the Blue Collar Comedy Tour and famous for specials and albums like Drunk in Public, You Can't Fix Stupid and They Call Me Tater Salad.
Read a profile of Grammy-nominated comedian and author Ron White, one of the comics on the Blue Collar Comedy Tour and famous for specials and albums like Drunk in Public, You Can't Fix Stupid and They Call Me Tater Salad.
Larry the Cable Guy Profile
Read a biography of comedian Larry the Cable Guy, part of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour and star of movies like Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector and Witless Protection.
Read a biography of comedian Larry the Cable Guy, part of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour and star of movies like Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector and Witless Protection.
Russell Peters Biography
Read a biography of Canadian stand-up comedian Russell Peters, author of the comedy albums Outsourced and Red, White and Brown.
Read a biography of Canadian stand-up comedian Russell Peters, author of the comedy albums Outsourced and Red, White and Brown.
Kathleen Madigan
Read a biography of stand up comedian Kathleen Madigan, a finalist on Last Comic Standing and host of her own show on Blue Collar Radion on SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
Read a biography of stand up comedian Kathleen Madigan, a finalist on Last Comic Standing and host of her own show on Blue Collar Radion on SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
Brian Regan Biography
Read a biograhy of stand-up comedian Brian Regan, with details about his life, stand-up career, albums and more.
Read a biograhy of stand-up comedian Brian Regan, with details about his life, stand-up career, albums and more.
George Carlin Biography
George Carlin was one of the best stand-up comics of all time. From his pioneering days in the '70s to his angry rants in the 2000s, his observations and societal critiques remain unparalleled. Read all about the Great One's life and work.
George Carlin was one of the best stand-up comics of all time. From his pioneering days in the '70s to his angry rants in the 2000s, his observations and societal critiques remain unparalleled. Read all about the Great One's life and work.
Top 9 90s Sketch Comedies
Do you think Saturday Night Live fell apart after Chris Farley left? Do you believe MAD TV was funnier than The Kids in the Hall? Do you remember a time when Jennifer Aniston acted in sketch comedy? See if you agree with these picks for the 9 best shows from the biggest decade in TV sketch comedy.
Do you think Saturday Night Live fell apart after Chris Farley left? Do you believe MAD TV was funnier than The Kids in the Hall? Do you remember a time when Jennifer Aniston acted in sketch comedy? See if you agree with these picks for the 9 best shows from the biggest decade in TV sketch comedy.
Bo Burnham Biography
Born: August 1990 Bo Burnham Overview: One of the youngest stand-up comedians ever to hit it big, Bo
Born: August 1990 Bo Burnham Overview: One of the youngest stand-up comedians ever to hit it big, Bo
The King of Queens Profile
Comedian Kevin James starred on this long-running CBS sitcom about a working-class couple living in New York.
Comedian Kevin James starred on this long-running CBS sitcom about a working-class couple living in New York.
Trevor Moore Drunk Texts Review
Read a review of Drunk Texts to Myself, the comedy album from Trevor Moore.
Read a review of Drunk Texts to Myself, the comedy album from Trevor Moore.
Tracy Morgan Biography
Read a biography of comedian, former Saturday Night Live cast member and 30 Rock star Tracy Morgan.
Read a biography of comedian, former Saturday Night Live cast member and 30 Rock star Tracy Morgan.
Mitch Heberg Biography
Read a biography of the late, great stand-up comedian Mitch Hedberg, king of the deadpan one-liner and author of the classic albums 'Mitch All Together' and 'Do You Believe in Gosh?'.
Read a biography of the late, great stand-up comedian Mitch Hedberg, king of the deadpan one-liner and author of the classic albums 'Mitch All Together' and 'Do You Believe in Gosh?'.
2012 Comedy Award Winners
Check out this list of nominations and winners for the 2012 Comedy Awards.
Check out this list of nominations and winners for the 2012 Comedy Awards.
Extreme Movie DVD Review
Read a review of the sketch comedy film Extreme Movie on DVD, starring Jamie Kennedy, Michael Cera, Kevin Hart, Kyle Gass and Matthew Lillard and co-written by Andy Samberg and Will Forte of Saturday Night Live.
Read a review of the sketch comedy film Extreme Movie on DVD, starring Jamie Kennedy, Michael Cera, Kevin Hart, Kyle Gass and Matthew Lillard and co-written by Andy Samberg and Will Forte of Saturday Night Live.
Callback
A callback is a reference a comedian makes to an earlier joke in a set.
A callback is a reference a comedian makes to an earlier joke in a set.
Comedians in Buddy Cop Movies
Check out this list of buddy cop movies starring comedians, from Eddie Murphy in 48 Hrs. to Tracy Morgan in Cop Out.
Check out this list of buddy cop movies starring comedians, from Eddie Murphy in 48 Hrs. to Tracy Morgan in Cop Out.
Mo'Nique Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian, talk show host and Golden Globe award-winning actress Mo'Nique.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian, talk show host and Golden Globe award-winning actress Mo'Nique.
Comedians in Holiday Movies
Holiday Movies Starring Comedians - Check out this list of 20 holiday movies starring comedians, from Laurel and Hardy to Will Ferrell to Katt Williams.
Holiday Movies Starring Comedians - Check out this list of 20 holiday movies starring comedians, from Laurel and Hardy to Will Ferrell to Katt Williams.
Bit
A 'bit' in stand-up comedy is an individual routine on a certain topic.
A 'bit' in stand-up comedy is an individual routine on a certain topic.
Jeff Dunham Controlled Chaos Review
Read a review of puppet comedian Jeff Dunham's 2011 stand-up comedy special Controlled Chaos.
Read a review of puppet comedian Jeff Dunham's 2011 stand-up comedy special Controlled Chaos.
Second City Profile
Chicago's famous Second City helped give rise to improvisational and sketch comedy. Now open for over 50 years, Second City has become and institution and a franchise, with clubs open across the country. Read all about the history and famous alumni from Second City.
Chicago's famous Second City helped give rise to improvisational and sketch comedy. Now open for over 50 years, Second City has become and institution and a franchise, with clubs open across the country. Read all about the history and famous alumni from Second City.
Aziz Ansari
Read a biography of comedian and Parks and Recreation star Aziz Ansari.
Read a biography of comedian and Parks and Recreation star Aziz Ansari.
Best Comedy Albums of 2010
Check out this list of the best stand-up comedy albums of 2010.
Check out this list of the best stand-up comedy albums of 2010.
Bernie Mac Biography
Check out this profile of comedian Bernie Mac, a successful actor and brilliant stand-up who was one of the Original Kings of Comedy.
Check out this profile of comedian Bernie Mac, a successful actor and brilliant stand-up who was one of the Original Kings of Comedy.
Penn&Teller Bullshit Season 6
Read a review of Penn and Teller Bullshit! Season Six on DVD, starring the comedy magician duo Penn Jillette and Teller.
Read a review of Penn and Teller Bullshit! Season Six on DVD, starring the comedy magician duo Penn Jillette and Teller.
Jo Koy Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian Jo Koy, a frequent guest on Chelsea Lately with two hour-long Comedy Central stand-up specials under his belt.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian Jo Koy, a frequent guest on Chelsea Lately with two hour-long Comedy Central stand-up specials under his belt.
Kristen Wiig Biography
Read a profile of actress and Saturday Night Live cast member Kristen Wiig.
Read a profile of actress and Saturday Night Live cast member Kristen Wiig.
Comedians in Political Comedy
Comedians in Political Comedies - Political Movies - 10 Comedians in Political Comedies - List of 10 political comedies starring stand-up and sketch comedians.
Comedians in Political Comedies - Political Movies - 10 Comedians in Political Comedies - List of 10 political comedies starring stand-up and sketch comedians.
SNL S38 Kristin Wiig Recap
Read a recap of Kristen Wiig on Saturday Night Live, with musical guest Vampire Weekend. Original air date 5/11/13.
Read a recap of Kristen Wiig on Saturday Night Live, with musical guest Vampire Weekend. Original air date 5/11/13.
Jeff Dunham
From Dane Cook to Jeff Dunham, several comedians really hit it big in the 2000s. Check out the breakout comedy stars of the decade.
From Dane Cook to Jeff Dunham, several comedians really hit it big in the 2000s. Check out the breakout comedy stars of the decade.
The Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers
View a gallery of photo highlights from the Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers, held at CBS Studios on July 26, 2009 in Studio City, California.
View a gallery of photo highlights from the Comedy Central Roast of Joan Rivers, held at CBS Studios on July 26, 2009 in Studio City, California.
Dennis Miller Biography
Profile of comedian Dennis Miller, former Saturday Night Live cast member, talk show host and political comic.
Profile of comedian Dennis Miller, former Saturday Night Live cast member, talk show host and political comic.
Lisa Lampanelli Profile
Born: July 19, 1961 Quick Lisa Lampanelli Facts: Lisa Lampanelli was born in Trumbull, Connecticut. After
Born: July 19, 1961 Quick Lisa Lampanelli Facts: Lisa Lampanelli was born in Trumbull, Connecticut. After
Hannibal Buress Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and Saturday Night Live writer Hannibal Buress, star of The Awkward Comedy Show and author of the comedy album Hi My Name is Hannibal.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and Saturday Night Live writer Hannibal Buress, star of The Awkward Comedy Show and author of the comedy album Hi My Name is Hannibal.
Nick Cannon Mr. Showbiz Review
Read a review of Mr. Showbiz, the debut comedy album from actor and America's Got Talent host Nick Cannon.
Read a review of Mr. Showbiz, the debut comedy album from actor and America's Got Talent host Nick Cannon.
Sarah Silverman Biography
Don't let comedian/actress Sarah Silverman's sweetness and beauty fool you -- she's a dark, vulgar and hilarious comic, and there's more going on behind her pretty face. There's a pretty brain.
Don't let comedian/actress Sarah Silverman's sweetness and beauty fool you -- she's a dark, vulgar and hilarious comic, and there's more going on behind her pretty face. There's a pretty brain.
Craig Robinson Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and actor Craig Robinson, star of Hot Tub Time Machine and host of Last Comic Standing on NBC.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and actor Craig Robinson, star of Hot Tub Time Machine and host of Last Comic Standing on NBC.
Marc Maron Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian Marc Maron, former host of Air America radio and current host of the WTF podcast.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian Marc Maron, former host of Air America radio and current host of the WTF podcast.
Eddie Murphy Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and actor Eddie Murphy, star of stand-up concert movies Delirious and Eddie Murphy: Raw as well as 48 Hrs., Trading Places, The Nutty Professor and more.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and actor Eddie Murphy, star of stand-up concert movies Delirious and Eddie Murphy: Raw as well as 48 Hrs., Trading Places, The Nutty Professor and more.
Jon Stewart Profile
Read this profile of comedian Jon Stewart, host of Comedy Central's The Daily Show.
Read this profile of comedian Jon Stewart, host of Comedy Central's The Daily Show.
Tom Papa Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and actor Tom Papa, host of The Marriage Ref on NBC.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and actor Tom Papa, host of The Marriage Ref on NBC.
Chris Hardwick Biography
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and podcast host Chris Hardwick.
Read a biography of stand-up comedian and podcast host Chris Hardwick.
SNL Justin Timberlake S38 Recap
Justin Timberlake was host and musical guest of Saturday Night Live episode 3516, his fifth time hosting the show. Original air date 3/9/13.
Justin Timberlake was host and musical guest of Saturday Night Live episode 3516, his fifth time hosting the show. Original air date 3/9/13.
Hack
Find out what it means when someone is a hack in stand-up comedy thanks to this comedy glossary definition.
Find out what it means when someone is a hack in stand-up comedy thanks to this comedy glossary definition.
Mike Birbiglia Biography
Read a biography of comedian, actor and off-Broadway star Mike Birbiglia.
Read a biography of comedian, actor and off-Broadway star Mike Birbiglia.
Lewis Black Biography
Lewis Black Profile - Lewis Black Comedian - Profile of Comedian Lewis Black, host of Lewis Black's Root of All Evil on Comedy Central and Grammy award-winning stand-up comedian.
Lewis Black Profile - Lewis Black Comedian - Profile of Comedian Lewis Black, host of Lewis Black's Root of All Evil on Comedy Central and Grammy award-winning stand-up comedian.
David Hasselhoff Roast Review
Read a review of the Comedy Central Roast of David Hasselhoff, featuring Greg Giraldo, Whitney Cummings, Lisa Lampanelli, Hulk Hogan and more. Recorded August 1, 2010, in Culver City, California.
Read a review of the Comedy Central Roast of David Hasselhoff, featuring Greg Giraldo, Whitney Cummings, Lisa Lampanelli, Hulk Hogan and more. Recorded August 1, 2010, in Culver City, California.
David Cross Biography
Born: April 4, 1964 David Cross Overview: A pioneer of the "alternative" comedy movement, David Cross
Born: April 4, 1964 David Cross Overview: A pioneer of the "alternative" comedy movement, David Cross
Blue Collar Comedy
Learn what Blue Collar Comedy is and who qualifies as a Blue Collar Comedian.
Learn what Blue Collar Comedy is and who qualifies as a Blue Collar Comedian.
Bill Engvall Biography
Read a profile of comedian Bill Engvall, an original member of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour and star of the Bill Engvall show on TBS.
Read a profile of comedian Bill Engvall, an original member of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour and star of the Bill Engvall show on TBS.
The Comedy Central Roast of Larry the Cable Guy Photos
Larry the Cable Guy Roast - Red Carpet Arrivals at Larry the Cable Guy Roast - Iliza Schlesinger photo
Larry the Cable Guy Roast - Red Carpet Arrivals at Larry the Cable Guy Roast - Iliza Schlesinger photo
Don Rickles Profile
Read a profile of comedian, actor and author Don Rickles, the all-time king of insult comedy with over 50 years performing stand-up.
Read a profile of comedian, actor and author Don Rickles, the all-time king of insult comedy with over 50 years performing stand-up.
The Comedy Central Roast of Bob Saget
Comedy Central Roast of Bob Saget - Photos of the Comedy Central Roast of Bob Saget - Full House cast reunion
Comedy Central Roast of Bob Saget - Photos of the Comedy Central Roast of Bob Saget - Full House cast reunion
Horror Films with Comedians
Check out this list of horror films starring comedians including Dennis Miller, Eddie Murphy, Chris Kattan, Pauly Shore and more.
Check out this list of horror films starring comedians including Dennis Miller, Eddie Murphy, Chris Kattan, Pauly Shore and more.
SNL Recap - Paul Rudd
Saturday Night Live - Recap of Saturday Night Live Paul Rudd Episode - Recap of Saturday Night Live Episode 1539, hosted by Paul Rudd with musical guest Beyonce and an appearance by Justin Timberlake. Original air date 11/15/08.
Saturday Night Live - Recap of Saturday Night Live Paul Rudd Episode - Recap of Saturday Night Live Episode 1539, hosted by Paul Rudd with musical guest Beyonce and an appearance by Justin Timberlake. Original air date 11/15/08.
Reno 911! Profile
Read a profile of the COPS spoof RENO 911! on Comedy Central, featuring former members of the MTV sketch troupe The State.
Read a profile of the COPS spoof RENO 911! on Comedy Central, featuring former members of the MTV sketch troupe The State.