Comedians & Comediennes

A list of my favorite stand-up comedians

This articles suggests a list of the best contemporary female comedians in America. A short biography is provided for each woman, as well as a summary of her achievements and a personal quote.

If you're a fan of Laurel and Hardy films, here's an inside look at some of the less known facts about the comedy duo. Laurel and Hardy films and shorts have withstood the test of time, and today, partly due to the Stan & Ollie movie, the two entertainers are as popular as ever.

Chris Farley was born in Madison, Wisconsin in 1964. He was a very successful American comedian and actor. Farley is remembered for his acting on shows like Saturday Night Live and in movies like Beverly Hills Ninja, Tommy Boy and more.

The real name of Curly Howard was Lester Horwitz. He was the youngest of the family and determined to follow his brothers into show business. Some consider him the most popular of the Three Stooges.

Harry Secombe was a Welsh comedian, actor, and author with a wonderful tenor singing voice. He was a cast member of The Goon Show, a very popular radio comedy.

Although I'm not a regularly nationally touring comedian, I won the Jay Leno Comedy Challenge and opened for comedians Drew Carey and Jeff Dunham.

Undoubtedly, we all have our lists of bests: best cars, best hotels, best places to live, etc. When it comes to all time best comediennes, Ruth Buzzi is certainly on my top ten list.

A summary of the interesting career of British comedian, writer, and entertainer, Karl Pilkington.

A look at how (deceased) comedian George Carlin unapologetically challenged the status quo, why it mattered, and how it shaped my world view.

3 movies where usually funny actors took a serious role, and blew our minds.

Learn the story of the Marx Brothers.

Amy Poehler is best known for her comedy work, but she's definitely much more than just a comedian - she's a writer, producer, director, business lady, mother and, definitely, an empowered woman.

Last year, a dear friend treated my wife and me to a screening of Monty Python and The Holy Grail. I did not realize Cleese was still touring. If you can still catch him, don't miss out.

Dave Chappelle is back doing stand-up comedy! On March 21, 2017, Netflix streamed two new specials!

When Robin Williams committed suicide he joined a group of funny people whose lives were tortured by mental demons.