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Chris Rock
Chris Rock is an actor, a standup comedian, and a producer. Recognized by viewers and critics as one of the finest comedians of his time, Rock has been presented with several awards, including the Comedian Award by HBO. Rock also has three Grammy Awards and three Emmys under his belt.
Rock’s comedy career is as diverse as it is impressive. He has done tours all over the USA and in the UK, all of which were sold out. He has also served as producer and director on various television series, including the popular period sitcom Everybody Hates Chris on CW.
Jim Carrey
Jim Carrey is a comedy legend and one of the most recognizable media personalities. His comedy and dramatic works have received numerous acclaims and awards including two Golden Globe Awards, multiple MTV Movie Awards, and People’s Choice Awards.
Credited for several comedic roles, it was for his serious portrayals that Carry received the Golden Globes. His first Globe was awarded for his performance in the science-fiction film The Truman Show. The second came for his work in the Man on the Moon based on the life of legendary entertainer Andy Kaufman.
As a funny motivational speaker, Carrey enjoys sharing his life stories on how he has overcome many obstacles with a twist of humor.
Ellen DeGeneres
A prominent media personality, Ellen DeGeneres is a comedian, a television show host, and an activist for the LGBTQ+ community. Coming out as a lesbian on the Oprah Winfrey show, DeGeneres was met with much resistance in the industry, which she overcame through her will and determination.
DeGeneres has made strides in crafting a more inclusive work environment in the entertainment industry for women and members of the LGBTQ+ community. She is famous for touching on important social issues through a blend of wit and humor.
Jeff Allen
Jeff Allen is a popular comedian known for his clean and intelligent humor in an industry filled with inappropriate and questionable content. Besides standup comedy tours, Allen also performs on the television, radio, and corporate events across the country.
With over 30 years of experience in comedy, Allen is a favorite pick for corporate events because of his unique humor that does not leave audiences excluded or offended. Allen has starred in the comedy film, Thou Shalt Laugh, and also performed for American troops stationed abroad.
Jim Gaffigan
Jim Gaffigan is an acclaimed comedian, actor, and scriptwriter. His innocent demeanor that bursts with witty humor has made him one of the most popular comedians in the country. His tours are sold out and his comedy DVDs have achieved platinum sales.
Gaffigan has made several appearances on late-night shows including those hosted by Conan and the talk-show legend Dave Letterman. Gaffigan’s first book, Dad Is Fat, was released to tremendous acclaim. It takes readers through Gaffigan’s often hilarious journey of being a dad to five young children.
Jon Stewart
Former host of the popular television talk show, The Daily Show, Jon Stewart is among the most recognizable political satirists, media critics, and comedic voices in the country. During his time hosting The Daily Show on Comedy Central, Stewart boosted the show’s already high ratings.
In addition to being a host, Steward has starred in the popular comedy film, Big Daddy, alongside comedic legend Adam Sandler. An accomplished author, Stewart’s bestselling book, Naked Pictures of Famous People, features fictitious and humorous essay-style accounts of notable personalities.
Stephen Colbert
Stephen Colbert is a comedian and television show host known for his work on the award-winning talk show, The Colbert Report. The show was awarded with both the Emmy and the Peabody Awards. Colbert currently hosts the talk show The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on CBS.
Colbert is also an accomplished author. His first book, I Am America (And So Can You!), is a satirical comedy that builds on the contents of The Colbert Report. The book’s success resulted in a follow-up book, America Again, which touches on a diverse range of topics from politics to industry.
Wayne Brady
Comedian, entertainer, singer, and actor, Wayne Brady has been awarded with multiple Emmys for his outstanding achievements in comedy on television. He is considered by many to be leading the modern comedy renaissance in the entertainment world.
On television, Brady has guest-starred in some of the most popular talk shows and sitcoms, including How I Met Your Mother, 30 Rock, The Dave Chappelle Show, and Everybody Hates Chris. Brady also has a permanent seat on the panel of the comedy improvisation show, Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Jason Alexander
Jason Alexander is a comedic actor, writer, director, and Broadway star. He also stays in the spotlight for his social and political activism. His most notable television appearance is a starring role in the hit television series, Seinfeld, for which he received numerous nominations and awards, including the Screen Actors Guild Award.
In addition to his television career, Alexander has starred in over thirty Hollywood feature films, many of which went on to become Blockbusters. His most popular roles are in the Shallow Hal and Pretty Woman, both of which are romantic comedies.
Dana Carvey
A celebrated comedian and television personality, Dana Carvey is a true comedic legend. Active in the entertainment industry since the 1980s, Carvey has left a mark through his excellent comedic impressions of popular personalities.
He has been a member of the Saturday Night Live team, developing and acting as popular fictional characters such as the Church Lady. Carvey is also a philanthropist and is actively involved with cardio-vascular welfare organizations, such as the Heart Foundation.
Steve Rizzo
Steve Rizzo is a comedian, an author, a motivational speaker, and a personal development expert. His sessions are highly sought after as he motivates and inspires through subtle wisdom wrapped in a shell of witty humor. For his outstanding sessions, he has been inducted in the Speakers Hall of Fame.
During his comedic career, Rizzo has shared the spotlight with comedic legends and notable television personalities such as the legendary Jerry Seinfeld, Eddie Murphy, Rodney Dangerfield, and Ellen DeGeneres. His blend of comedy isn’t just entertaining; it urges audiences to discover new motivations.
Linda Larsen
Linda Larsen is an actress and a comedian, who has contributed for over two decades to the entertainment industry through her character portrayals and her television and stage performances. She not only entertains but also motivates her audiences to achieve higher levels of productivity.
Larsen’s book, True Power, received monumental recognition. It is a true account of her life as she was kidnapped and held against her will for over five hours by an escaped convict. How she utilized her abilities to not only escape but move past this trauma had her included in the Leaders and Success column of the Investor’s Business Daily.
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