142 Facts About Comedy

1. Joe Rogan is a great comedian, and the guy has worked as an actor and host of shows like Fear Factor.

2. Jimmy Kimmel has praised his former partner Sarah Silverman as a "great comedian and vastly underrated actress".

3. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

4. Jerry Seinfeld is the creator and host of the web series Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.

5. On November 11, 2017, Tiffany Haddish became the first black female stand-up comedian to host Saturday Night Live.

6. Kate McKinnon is an American actress, comedian, and voice actor.

7. Paul Reiser is an American celebrity, comedian, writer, and author with a net worth of $40 million.

8. The Ellen DeGeneres Show is a producer for television and film, a comedian and voice actress, and a screenwriter.

9. George Lopez came from nothing, was a good comedian, had a very good family.

10. Stephen Fry is an award-winning comedian, actor, presenter and director.

11. Jim Carrey portrayed comedian Andy Kaufman to critical acclaim and received his second Golden Globe in a row.

12. Ricky Gervais continued his Humanity show throughout 2017 and into 2018; appearing at SF Sketchfest as part of the tour, which devoted a night in honor of the comedian, alongside comedic legend and mentor Christopher Guest.

13. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

14. Ken Dodd was represented by George Carman QC, who in court quipped, "Some accountants are comedians, but comedians are never accountants".

15. Tiffany Haddish is an African-American comedian and actress who was seen for years in supporting roles in TV shows and movies until she appeared as part of the ensemble cast of Girls Trip in 2017 and earned critical acclaim, including a prestigious award from the New York Film Critics Circle and an Emmy Award in 2018.

16. Many of the comedians Dennis Miller was up against had hours of crafted material, while he had fine-tuned around ten minutes.

17. Dave Chappelle is a stand-up comedian and actor from America.

18. Dave Chappelle promoted the work of other black comedians as well, most notably Paul Mooney and the late Charlie Murphy.

19. Paula Poundstone is one of our country's prized comedians, legendary for her spontaneous humor.

20. Kevin Hart ended up apologizing, but he is facing criticism after posting support for Jussie Smollett on social media due to the comedian's past comments on the LGBTQ community.

21. Tiffany Haddish is an American actress and comedian born December 3, 1979.

22. Patrick Kielty is an Irish comedian and television personality from Dundrum, County Down, Northern Ireland.

23. Paula Poundstone is a nationally known comedian, legendary for her smart spontaneous humor.

24. Larry David met comedian Jerry Seinfeld in 1976, and the two soon began collaborating on stand-up material.

25. Stephen Fry is a friend of comedian and actor Rowan Atkinson and was best man at Atkinson's wedding to Sunetra Sastry at the Russian Tea Room in New York City.

26. Jim Carrey was noticed by legendary comedian Rodney Dangerfield, who eventually signed the young comic to open his tour performances.

27. Russell Brand revealed he feels "dreadful shame" at tickling fellow comedian David Baddiel's son, Ezra, in the past.

28. Jim Carrey received Golden Globes for his work in The Truman Show, a tale of a man who discovers that his apparently ordinary life is really a popular television show, and Man on the Moon (1999), in which he portrayed the comedian Andy Kaufman.

29. Paul Reiser found his calling as a comedian while performing in New York clubs during university summer breaks.

30. Paula Poundstone is the winner of  an American Comedy Award for Best Female Standup Comic and is recognized in innumerable lists, documentaries, and literary compendiums noting influential standup comedians of our time.

31. In July 2011, Jason Manford presented Show Me The Funny, a reality show on ITV involving 10 comedians in which one is voted off each week.

32. In 2015, the British comedian Stephen Fry appeared on an Irish television program.

33. Paul Reiser is an American comedian, actor, television personality and writer, author and musician.

34. Chris Hardwick is a bit of a do-it-all when it comes to the creative artistry in Hollywood, the comedian-writer has appeared in over 40 movies and TV shows.

35. Eugenio Derbez is an actor, comedian, and filmmaker who is all about embracing Latinx culture.

36. Dave Chappelle was referring to television comedian Bill Cosby and the fictional Brooklyn family of Cosby's immensely successful 1980s NBC sitcom, The CosbyShow.

37. Russell Brand revealed he feels "dreadful shame" at tickling fellow comedian David Baddiel's son, Ezra, in the past.

38. Martin Lawrence is an American stand-up comedian, actor, producer, and writer.

39. Trevor Noah is a talented comedian with a bright future at Comedy Central.

40. Jim Carrey was soon noticed by comedian Rodney Dangerfield, who signed the young comic to open his tour performances.

41. Russell Brand revealed he feels "dreadful shame" at tickling fellow comedian David Baddiel's son, Ezra, in the past.

42. In 2007, Eddie Izzard was at number 3 in the list of the 100 Greatest British National Comedians.

43. Dennis Miller is listed as 21st on Comedy Central's 100 greatest stand up comedians of all time, and was ranked as the best host of SNL's Weekend Update by Vulture.

44. Joe Rogan is an American stand-up comedian, actor and television personality.

45. Kevin Hart has a new comedy series coming to ABC! The 39-year-old Night School actor and comedian is executive producing the project, Don't Call It a Comeback, which is currently in development, Variety reports.

46. Patrick Kielty is an Irish comedian and television personality who has a net worth of $8 million.

47. Paula Poundstone has long been known as a comedian who specializes in spontaneity.

48. The Colbert Report was a fan of comedy as a kid, and had a large collection of comedy albums, with his favorite ones coming from comedians Bill Cosby, George Carlin and Dean Martin.

49. Russell Brand revealed he feels "dreadful shame" at tickling fellow comedian David Baddiel's son, Ezra, in the past.

50. Amy Schumer has dated professional wrestler Nick Nemeth, better known by his ring name Dolph Ziggler, and comedian Anthony Jeselnik.

51. Russell Brand revealed he feels "dreadful shame" at tickling fellow comedian David Baddiel's son, Ezra, in the past.

52. Eugenio Derbez is one of the popular Mexican actor, comedian, and filmmaker.

53. Stephen Colbert was a fan of comedy as a kid, and had a large collection of comedy albums, with his favorite ones coming from comedians Bill Cosby, George Carlin and Dean Martin.

54. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

55. In 2012 Jerry Seinfeld started a Web series, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, in which he would pick up a fellow comedian in a different car each episode and take them out for coffee and conversation.

56. Russell Brand revealed he feels "dreadful shame" at tickling fellow comedian David Baddiel's son, Ezra, in the past.

57. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

58. Martin Lawrence is a stand-up comedian and actor, originally born in Frankfurt, Germany to a military family.

59. Amy Schumer is back to work! The 37-year-old comedian was seen filming a commercial shortly after announcing her pregnancy with spouse Chris Fischer on Thursday in New York City.

60. In 1990, Janeane Garofalo launched her career as a stand-up comedian and made several appearances in clubs and on television shows.

61. Paula Poundstone is an American stand-up comedian, author, actress, interviewer and commentator.

62. In 2005, Joe Rogan wrote a blog entry on his website accusing comedian Carlos Mencia of joke thievery, a claim he had made since 1993, and dubbed him "Carlos Menstealia".

63. In December 2009, Joe Rogan launched a free podcast with his friend and fellow comedian Brian Redban.

64. Stephen Fry is an openly gay man and is even married to his gay partner and husband, comedian Elliot Spencer.

65. Samantha Bee is a famous Canadian—American writer, comedian, actress, and television host.

66. On Tuesday, comedian Stephen Colbert mocked President Donald Trump for having "policy time" carved out in his schedule.

67. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

68. Milton Berle appeared in an acclaimed and Emmy-nominated turn on Beverly Hills, 90210 as an aging comedian befriended by Steve Sanders, who idolizes him, but is troubled by his bouts of senility due to Alzheimer's disease.

69. Kristen Wiig is a hilarious comedian best known for her Saturday Night Live characters Penelope and Gilly, and accurate impressions of Paula Deen and Kris Jenner.

70. Kevin James pulled off that magical career ascension about which most stand-up comedians dream.

71. On 6 January 2015, The Sun reported that Stephen Fry would marry his partner, comedian Elliott Spencer.

72. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

73. Adam Sandler has won the Teen Choice Award for Choice Comedian over 5 times.

74. Jerry Seinfeld being a nightclub comedian has led him to star on the Seinfeld show.

75. Eddie Izzard is one of the most successful stand-up comedians Britain has produced.

76. Paula Poundstone is an American stand-up comedian that has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million.

77. Jimmy Carr is twice as funny—comedian adds extra show as he brings new tour to Lowestoft.

78. Jim Carrey was noticed by comedian Rodney Dangerfield, who signed the young comic to open his tour performances.

79. In 2008, Mort Sahl moved from Los Angeles to Mill Valley, a suburb of San Francisco, where he became friends with comedian Robin Williams who lived nearby.

80. Sam Kinison was an American comedian born on December 8 1953 in Yakima, Washington.

81. In 1989, Larry David partnered with a fellow comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, to create a pilot for NBC.

82. Milton Berle was born on Mendel Berlinger; July 12, 1908—March 27, 2002 and was an American comedian and actor.

83. Dave Chappelle donated the Emmy to his former high school while filming an episode of Jerry Seinfeld's Netflix series, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.

84. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

85. Kristen Wiig was married in 2005 to the comedian and actor, Hayes Hargrove.

86. Paula Poundstone is an American stand-up comedian that has a net worth of $1.5 million.

87. Jerry Seinfeld has fared much better with his interview show, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, which debuted in 2012.

88. Ellen DeGeneres is one of the most popular contemporary comedians and the host of a successful daytime talk show.

89. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

90. Conan O'Brien is an American comedian, television host, producer, and writer.

91. Patrick Kielty is one of the famous comedians and television personality.

92. Ellen DeGeneres is a producer for television and film, a comedian and voice actress, and a screenwriter.

93. Sarah Silverman is an American stand-up comedian, actress, producer, and writer.

94. Jay Leno has maintained an active schedule as a touring stand-up comedian appearing in, on average, 200 live performances a year in venues across the United States and Canada as well as charity events and USO tours.

95. In 1990, Joe Rogan moved to New York City as a full-time comedian; he was "scratching and grinding" for money at the time, so he stayed with his grandfather in Newark for the first six months.

96. Larry David has won two Primetime Emmy Awards, and was voted by fellow comedians and comedy insiders as the 23rd greatest comedy star ever in a 2004 British poll to select "The Comedian's Comedian".

97. Eddie Izzard portrayed comedian Lenny Bruce in the 1999 production of Julian Barry's 1971 play Lenny.

98. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

99. Paula Poundstone began her career as a stand-up comedian when she began doing open mic nights in Boston in 1979.

100. Kevin Hart remains booked and busy! The comedian is set to produce another comedy project, Don't Call It a Comeback, that is currently being developed at ABC.

101. Steve Harvey is one of the most accomplished comedians of all time.

102. Kate McKinnon is well-known for her impressions of comedian and television host Ellen DeGeneres and pop singer Justin Bieber.

103. Jerry Seinfeld talked comedians, cars, coffee and costumes at his wife's GOOD+.

104. Sarah Silverman is a popular American standup comedian, writer, and actress.

105. Paul Reiser is an American comedian, actor, writer, and musician.

106. Eddie Izzard confirmed his support for Labour in the 2015 general election, attending a party rally with fellow comedian Ben Elton and actress Sally Lindsay in April 2015.

107. Trevor Noah is a comedian best known for The Daily Show where he brings accurate, insightful and hilarious social and political commentary.

108. Adam Sandler was discovered by comedian Dennis Miller, who caught Sandler's act in Los Angeles and recommended him to Saturday Night Live producer Lorne Michaels.

109. Steve Martin spent much of the 1970s becoming America's top stand-up comedian.

110. Trevor Noah gives absurd reason why comedians attack Trump and not Democrats.

111. Dave Chappelle moved to New York City to pursue a career as a comedian.

112. In 1989 Larry David teamed up with comedian Jerry Seinfeld to create a pilot for NBC called The Seinfeld Chronicles, which became the basis for Seinfeld, one of the most successful shows in history, reaching the top of TV Guide list of the 50 greatest TV shows of all time.

113. Trevor Noah is the 31-year-old comedian set to take over Jon Stewart's hosting gig at The Daily Show in late 2015 or early 2016.

114. Trevor Noah is a South African television and radio host, political commentator, and comedian.

115. Patrick Kielty was born on 31 January 1971 and is a comedian and television personality from Northern Ireland.

116. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

117. Tiffany Haddish is an African-American comedian and actress who was seen for years in supporting roles in TV shows and movies until she appeared as part of the ensemble cast of Girls Trip in 2017 and earned critical acclaim, including a prestigious award from the New York Film Critics Circle in January 2018.

118. On 21 December 2006, Jimmy Carr announced plans to become the first major comedian to perform in the virtual reality world of Second Life.

119. Joe Rogan has primarily been a stand-up comedian for more than 20 years now.

120. Milton Berle often criticized younger comedians like Lenny Bruce and George Carlin for their X-rated humor, and challenged them to be just as funny without the four-letter words.

121. Kevin Hart is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer.

122. Joe Rogan is an American comedian, sports commentator, podcaster and martial artist.

123. Denis Leary went to the Emerson College and met his best friend and fellow comedian Martin Cantone there.

124. Russell Brand revealed he feels "dreadful shame" at tickling fellow comedian David Baddiel's son, Ezra, in the past.

125. Jim Carrey made his debut as a comedian at comedy club Yuk Yuk's.

126. Conan O'Brien is a normal guy—at least in the context that he is a comedian, not a beer geek—so when he recently toured the Samuel Adams Brewery in a genuinely funny segment for his late night talk show, the results were pretty inevitable.

127. In 2015, Billy Crystal co-starred alongside Josh Gad on the FX comedy series The Comedians, which ran for just one season before being canceled.

128. Sam Kinison made an angry phone call on-air to Bobcat Goldthwait, and he embarrassed comedian Judy Tenuta to the point of driving her off the show.

129. Conan O'Brien stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert for a chop up with his fellow comedian.

130. Steve Harvey knows a good Halloween costume when he sees one! When News 3 This Morning Anchor Kristen Crowley posted that her daughter went to school dressed as the comedian and television.

131. Trevor Noah was born on 20 February 1984 and is a South African television and radio host, political commentator, and comedian.

132. Ted Cruz of Texas and comedian-actor Jim Carrey traded barbs on Twitter, one night before Election Day on Tuesday.

133. Adam Sandler starred along with Keri Russell and English comedian Russell Brand in Adam Shankman's fantasy film Bedtime Stories, as a stressed hotel maintenance worker whose bedtime stories he reads to his niece and nephew begin to come true.

134. Ken Dodd appeared on Celebrity Mastermind himself in 2014 and his specialist subject was theatre variety comedians since 1950.

135. Amy Schumer is back to work! The 37-year-old comedian was seen filming a campaign for her new clothing line shortly after announcing her pregnancy with spouse Chris Fischer on Thursday in New York City.

136. Ken Dodd worked mainly as a solo comedian, including in a number of eponymous television and radio shows and made several appearances on BBC TV's music hall revival show, The Good Old Days.

137. Kristen Wiig is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer.

138. Jerry Seinfeld was ranked by Forbes the highest-paid comedian for 2015, the second-highest paid in 2016 and the highest-paid again in 2017.

139. On November 11, 2017, Tiffany Haddish became the first black female stand-up comedian to host Saturday Night Live.

140. Chris Hardwick is an American actor, stand-up comedian, producer, writer and television host.

141. Dave Chappelle was watching a special on Hefner in which musicians and comedians performed for The Hef and his Playboy Bunnies.

142. Trevor Noah started his career as an actor, presenter, and comedian in South Africa.