Over the years, Black comedians have played a pivotal role in ... Her powerful performance earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, making her one of the few stand-up comedians ...

we've lost some of the greatest comedians who were always guaranteed to make us truly laugh at loud. From Bernie Mac to Charlie Murphy, here are six Black comedians we've lost and the jokes that ...

The comedian, writer, and producer is celebrated ... Since MTV’s “Girl Code” days, Nicole Byer has been every Black girl’s best friend. With an infectious energy and sense of humor ...

When you think of Black stand-up comedy, venues like the Apollo Amateur Night may come to mind. The greatest Black comedians have showcased comedic styles that range from raunchy to satiric to ...

The comedian, writer, and producer is celebrated ... Since MTV’s “Girl Code” days, Nicole Byer has been every Black girl’s best friend. With an infectious energy and sense of humor ...

From its inception in 1975, “SNL” has showcased a plethora of talented Black comedians who have left ... from straight-woman roles to over-the-top characters, proving her adaptability in ...

By tackling serious subject matter through a comedic lens or combining light and dark tones, black comedy has the ability to make audiences laugh at things that are uncomfortable, violent ...

OPINION: Part two of our series on the history of Black comedy examines how Richard Pryor became the greatest comedian of all time by bringing Black comedy to the masses. Wherefore I say unto you ...

Has Black comedy been used in that way to convey messages? SPENCER Absolutely! I think tragedy plus time equals comedy, right? So many of the greatest comedians have gone through some struggle ...

Black. Comics. Need we say more? See some of the top rising Black comics the Bay Area has to offer as this special comedy showcase. About The Function: Introducing The Function, a vibrant addition ...