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Taffi Abernathy · 29 August 2009, 01:11 PM

While this is by no means an all inclusive list, I've listed some popular comedians. Please vote for your favorite and you also might want to mention which of his or her works in particular you would recommend as showcasing the pinnacle of that person's talent.

shandy · 29 August 2009, 01:13 PM

Robin WIlliams, I don't really think of Jim Carrey as a comedian, more a movie actor. Also, you could add to the list (if you want to make this a more international thing) From Scotland the excellent Billy Connelly, or Australia's Kevin Bloody Wilson as they have a larger internation audience. The one thing with your list is that some of them are not known outside of North America!

Mike B · 29 August 2009, 01:14 PM

My parents and I always watch George Carlin when they play his re-runs on HBO.
He was also very popular in the 1970's. IMO, one of THE best comedians of all time.
RIP George Carlin !!

keschete · 29 August 2009, 01:20 PM

I love George Carlin and Robin Williams! But my dad always used to say that a comedian should be able to make you laugh without profanity, so I respectfully nominate Bill Cosby as my true favorite, and his show "Himself" is the funniest show I have ever seen.

Red Skelton and Benny Hill are also favorites of my father and comedians I enjoy watching. Eddie Izzard is also a guilty pleasure!

Taffi Abernathy · 29 August 2009, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by shandy

Robin WIlliams, I don't really think of Jim Carrey as a comedian, more a movie actor. Also, you could add to the list (if you want to make this a more international thing) From Scotland the excellent Billy Connelly, or Australia's Kevin Bloody Wilson as they have a larger internation audience. The one thing with your list is that some of them are not known outside of North America!

My perception of Jim Carrey is that he is a comedian who puts his comedic talents in movies, not stand-up. As I said, the list isn't all-inclusive and I'm not really familiar with many comedians outside of the U.S.

On a more personal note, I am torn between Letterman and Martin - love them both and hard to choose. (I also loved Rickles many years ago.)

Taffi Abernathy · 29 August 2009, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by keschete

I love George Carlin and Robin Williams! But my dad always used to say that a comedian should be able to make you laugh without profanity, so I respectfully nominate Bill Cosby as my true favorite, and his show "Himself" is the funniest show I have ever seen.

Red Skelton and Benny Hill are also favorites of my father and comedians I enjoy watching. Eddie Izzard is also a guilty pleasure!

Bill Cosby is great and I still watch his reruns whenever possible. Your dad had a point so I'd keep him away from Carlin's material and also from Andrew Dice Clay. Carlin was at least highly intelligent whereas Dice Clay is simply gross!

keschete · 29 August 2009, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

Bill Cosby is great and I still watch his reruns whenever possible. Your dad had a point so I'd keep him away from Carlin's material and also from Andrew Dice Clay. Carlin was at least highly intelligent whereas Dice Clay is simply gross!

Soo true with Carlin! He is so fun to watch! I dislike Dice Clay, he comes off too cocky.

Unfortunately, my dad passed away in 2000, it's funny how much I enjoy so many of the books, comedians, shows that he always loved. The Blue collar comedy tour guys are pretty funny also.

Good topic!!!

R1@160@alltimes · 29 August 2009, 01:38 PM

Jay Leno

Watchdog · 29 August 2009, 01:44 PM

Tough choice, one I can't answer.

However, I can tell you I have met Jim Carrey twice, and I promise he is without a doubt one of the nicest celebrities I have ever met.

As for Bill Cosby, I met him too and I have no comment.

East Bay Rider · 29 August 2009, 01:45 PM

Not listed, but great:
Jerry Sienfeld and Bernie Mac and Howie Mendel.

B Square · 29 August 2009, 01:46 PM

Heeeeeeer's Johnny. He was the greatest and made the careers of most all on your list

Love Don Rickles

AIKO · 29 August 2009, 01:46 PM

With all due respect...none of the above...not even close. Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Dave Chappelle, Red Foxx. Robin Williams may be the most non-funny person on the planet (nano-nano).

I take my statement back a little. Carlin is a legend in standup. Martin is a classic scetch guy. Sarah Silverman is awesome. You could not pay me to see the rest of them.

Watchdog · 29 August 2009, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by AIKO

With all due respect...none of the above...not even close. Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Dave Chappelle, Red Foxx. Robin Williams may be the most non-funny person on the planet (nano-nano).

Interesting . .

I would have to agree with your assessment of Robin Williams. He seems to be a polarizing figure. When I watch his movies, I actual feel uncomfortable with how "not funny" he is. Just my two cents, of course.

forza1976 · 29 August 2009, 02:10 PM

Where is the Chris Rock option???

Taffi Abernathy · 29 August 2009, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by forza1976

Where is the Chris Rock option???

I believe you just added it. There were only so many options I could list, and frankly, Jerry Seinfeld was on my list, but I copied everything so quickly, I'm afraid he got lost.

If a particular comedian strikes your fancy, he or she certainly doesn't have to be on the list to discuss that person.

chriseskew24 · 29 August 2009, 02:44 PM

Dont see Jerry Seinfeld :(

abigsecret · 29 August 2009, 03:33 PM

I like Kathy Griffin!

JJ Irani · 29 August 2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by chriseskew24

Dont see Jerry Seinfeld :(

Agreed.......and I don't see ME either!!!

JJ Irani · 29 August 2009, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by abigsecret

I like Kathy Griffin!

I like you better!!

harvey · 29 August 2009, 04:40 PM

one of my newer faves is russell peters... check him out on youtube etc... definately one to watch... tell me if im wrong...

Brushpup · 29 August 2009, 11:21 PM

I went Carlin from this list.

One of my all time favs is a Scot. Billy Connolly. He usually makes me hurt myself laughing. Between the accent and wit, he just kills!!!

Here he talks about goin to Scotland.......

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4B2v6O5AMY

Lowflight · 30 August 2009, 12:46 AM

none of the above

especially letterman

AIKO · 30 August 2009, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by forza1976

Where is the Chris Rock option???

Good catch....very funny indeed. The thing about comedy is that it is sooo subjective.

AIKO · 30 August 2009, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by harvey

one of my newer faves is russell peters... check him out on youtube etc... definately one to watch... tell me if im wrong...

How about Nipsy Russell?

PHPuser · 30 August 2009, 05:03 AM

I would have to add Bob Newhart . Bob Newhart even before his tv shows was still a riot. And I believe the first comedian to sell a million Records I may be wrong on that but that's what my memory tells me.

TSW · 30 August 2009, 05:11 AM

Richard Pryor

SLS · 30 August 2009, 05:21 AM

Robin Williams is better in his stand up routines than he is in movies IMO. I also like Richard Pryor and don't forget Sam Kinison.
Scott

DVR · 30 August 2009, 06:44 AM

Jerry Lewis !

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7ySmnxy29Q

DARK_KNIGHT · 30 August 2009, 12:30 PM

Most (all) mainstream comedians enjoy a loyal following from some or other.

I enjoy a little something from each person on your list and some of the other comedians the members have mentioned (most from North America) which I am familiar with.

I've seen Russell Peters and I enjoyed his material. It's amazing if one is of a particular race/ethnicity, a "free pass" is usually enjoyed to take "cracks" at your own race/ethnicity and (at least) it seems to me, Russell Peters gets away with taking shots at other races/ethnicities with little or no reproach.

I have a comment: someone posted that on the list there were comedians not known (very well) outside of North america, I find that interesting. Does this hold true in most parts of the world? Members?????

figbo · 30 August 2009, 01:04 PM

Bernie Mac!I miss this guy.

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David Letterman	3	6.12%
Steve Martin	2	4.08%
Don Rickles	2	4.08%
Sarah Silverman	1	2.04%
Robin Williams	13	26.53%
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shandy Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Ian Location: canada Posts: 1,724	Robin WIlliams, I don't really think of Jim Carrey as a comedian, more a movie actor. Also, you could add to the list (if you want to make this a more international thing) From Scotland the excellent Billy Connelly, or Australia's Kevin Bloody Wilson as they have a larger internation audience. The one thing with your list is that some of them are not known outside of North America!

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Mike B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Gilbert, AZ Watch: DSSD, Omega SMP Posts: 3,055	My parents and I always watch George Carlin when they play his re-runs on HBO. He was also very popular in the 1970's. IMO, one of THE best comedians of all time. RIP George Carlin !!

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keschete "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Kaya Location: Louisiana Watch: 116500 Posts: 3,575	I love George Carlin and Robin Williams! But my dad always used to say that a comedian should be able to make you laugh without profanity, so I respectfully nominate Bill Cosby as my true favorite, and his show "Himself" is the funniest show I have ever seen. Red Skelton and Benny Hill are also favorites of my father and comedians I enjoy watching. Eddie Izzard is also a guilty pleasure!

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Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,712	Tough choice, one I can't answer. However, I can tell you I have met Jim Carrey twice, and I promise he is without a doubt one of the nicest celebrities I have ever met. As for Bill Cosby, I met him too and I have no comment.

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AIKO "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 1,937	With all due respect...none of the above...not even close. Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Dave Chappelle, Red Foxx. Robin Williams may be the most non-funny person on the planet (nano-nano). I take my statement back a little. Carlin is a legend in standup. Martin is a classic scetch guy. Sarah Silverman is awesome. You could not pay me to see the rest of them.

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DARK_KNIGHT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Jack Location: Dothan Watch: Cartier Posts: 1,236	Most (all) mainstream comedians enjoy a loyal following from some or other. I enjoy a little something from each person on your list and some of the other comedians the members have mentioned (most from North America) which I am familiar with. I've seen Russell Peters and I enjoyed his material. It's amazing if one is of a particular race/ethnicity, a "free pass" is usually enjoyed to take "cracks" at your own race/ethnicity and (at least) it seems to me, Russell Peters gets away with taking shots at other races/ethnicities with little or no reproach. I have a comment: someone posted that on the list there were comedians not known (very well) outside of North america, I find that interesting. Does this hold true in most parts of the world? Members?????

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