Wayback Wednesday: Chris Rock 1999
Twenty years ago, today, the HBO special Bigger & Blacker, a stand-up routine by comedian Chris Rock, premiered. It was recorded at the Apollo Theater in Harlem. The, now, defunct DreamWorks Records released a DVD on July 13.
List of Guests (Aired Special)
In his third HBO stand-up special, Chris Rock brings his critically acclaimed brand of social commentary-themed humor to this 1999 stand-up comedy presentation. Also released as an album, Chris Rock: Bigger and Blacker features Rock on-stage extolling his razor-sharp wit and wisdom on such topics as gun control, President Clinton, homophobia, racism, black leaders and relationships.
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Grammy Award (Best Comedy Album)
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July 12, 2019 at 10:02 am
Funnily enough, I was involved in a conversation yesterday, during which his name was brought up. He’s so timeless. I could not believe that he is more than 50 years of age.
July 13, 2019 at 12:12 am
He is nearly 19 months older than I am.
July 15, 2019 at 8:14 am
Funny man, funny stuff!