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Black Comedians
From the early comedy of Nipsey Russell and Richard Pryor to the contemporary routines of Mo'nique and Chris Rock, African-Americans have often used their wit to become the voice and face of the African-American experience. These legendary comedians also set a very high bar—not only for African-Americans, but for all comics trying to make it in show-business.
Featured Black Comedians
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Chris Rock
- In these groups:
- Cast of Saturday Night Live
- Famous Black Entertainers
- Black Comedians
Chris Rock
Film Actor, Theater Actor, Television Actor, Comedian, Director, Producer / 1965 -
Former Saturday Night Live castmember Chris Rock has appeared in such films as Bad Company and is the creator of the television show Everybody Hates Chris.
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Bill Cosby
- In these groups:
- Black Comedians
- Celebrity Enlistees
- The Ed Sullivan Show Guests
Bill Cosby
Film Actor, Television Actor, Comedian, Television Producer / 1937 -
Bill Cosby is an American comedian, actor, and producer, who has played a major role in the development of more positive portrayal of blacks on television.
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Richard Pryor
- In these groups:
- Famous Black Entertainers
- Black Comedians
- Numerous Nuptials
Richard Pryor
Film Actor, Comedian / 1940 - 2005
Richard Pryor was a groundbreaking African American comedian who became one of the top entertainers of the 1970s and 1980s.
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Bernie Mac
- In these groups:
- Famous Black Entertainers
- Black Comedians
- Ocean's Eleven Members
Bernie Mac
Actor, Comedian / 1957 - 2008
Bernie Mac was a standup comedian and actor on film and television known for his "Bernie Mac Show" and appearance in the "Ocean's 11" films. -
Dave Chappelle
- In these groups:
- Famous Black Entertainers
- Black Comedians
- Famous Virgoans
Dave Chappelle
Film Actor, Television Actor, Comedian / 1973 -
Dave Chappelle is a comedian whose Comedy Central show Chappelle's Show became a smash hit in the mid-2000s. -
Eddie Murphy
- In these groups:
- Cast of Saturday Night Live
- Famous Black Entertainers
- Black Comedians
Eddie Murphy
Film Actor, Television Actor, Comedian / 1961 -
Actor and comedian Eddie Murphy began doing stand-up as a teenager. He became a popular Saturday Night Live cast member and starred in several box office hits.
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