as in comic
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
struggled to eke out a living as a comedian in nightclubs
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However, Robinson's retirement announcement continues to ring false, as the comedian is scheduled to appear at the Omaha Funny Bone club later this week, followed by a gig at the Los Angeles Comedy Store.
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Shania Russell, EW.com, 9 July 2025
Actress of a Certain Age by Jeff Hiller (Simon & Schuster: $29) A collection of autobiographical essays from the comedian and actor.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2025
The celebration will start on Michael Jackson’s birthday, Aug. 29, and will be hosted by actor and comedian Chris Tucker.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
Also soon to step into the offices of the fictional Runway magazine are comedian Caleb Hearon and Broadway stars Helen J. Shen and Conrad Ricamora.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 9 July 2025
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Shania Russell, EW.com, 9 July 2025
Actress of a Certain Age by Jeff Hiller (Simon & Schuster: $29) A collection of autobiographical essays from the comedian and actor.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2025
The celebration will start on Michael Jackson’s birthday, Aug. 29, and will be hosted by actor and comedian Chris Tucker.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
Also soon to step into the offices of the fictional Runway magazine are comedian Caleb Hearon and Broadway stars Helen J. Shen and Conrad Ricamora.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 9 July 2025
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Based on a cult comic by Greg Rucka and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, the film followed a group of mercenaries who had the gift of immortality — they could be stabbed and amputated and maimed and mangled and burnt while fighting and still miraculously come back.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
2 July 2025
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The Sandman series is created by Neil Gaiman, David S. Goyer and Allan Heinberg, based on the DC comic by Gaiman, Sam Keith and Mike Dringenberg.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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The poker player’s winning cards were an ace, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 and a joker acting as a 3.—
Helena Wegner
July 7,
Sacbee.com,
7 July 2025
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Harry resented the way he was treated as a bit of a joker and the royal wild child.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2025
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His grandfather Robert Benchley, a humorist, was a founder of the Algonquin Round Table, which included Dorothy Parker and other literary giants.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
19 June 2025
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Going Too Far by Tony Hendra (1987) $30 British humorist, improv performer, This Is Spinal Tap co-star, and National Lampoon veteran Tony Hendra published Going Too Far in 1987.—
Brian Boone,
Vulture,
18 June 2025
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Opening pages show Toews’ characteristic wit and guile squaring off against extraordinary pain.—
Literary Hub
July 1,
Literary Hub,
1 July 2025
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His latest album, 12th of June, released in 2022 on Verve/Forecast, are personal and characterized by Lovett’s singular wit, proving that the lessons of his early Texas singer-songwriter days remain an influence on his songwriting.—
Glenn Peoples,
Billboard,
30 June 2025
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The legendary actor, director, comedian and producer, who turns 99 on June 28, 2025, kicked off his career in comedy by helping fellow funnyman Sid Caesar with hisYour Show of Shows.—
Alex Apatoff,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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The question was asked of the 60-year-old funnyman outside Vanity Fair’s Sunday night Oscars party.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2025
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An evil clown turned serial killer who terrorizes a fictional New York City borough during Halloween and Christmas will join a maniacal lineup of murderers, mutants and monsters during this year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
10 July 2025
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White-stripe nails Circus-stripe nails Just like a striped Big Top tent, this circus set is complete with stars and clowns.—
Dominic Cadogan,
Glamour,
9 July 2025
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“Comedian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comedian. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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