George Carlin
AmericanArtists & Performersb. 1937 — d. 2008
George Carlin was an American comedian, satirist, social critic, actor, and author, known for his stand-up routines that blended dark comedy with commentary on politics, the English language, psychology, and religion. He was a significant figure in counterculture comedy and his 'seven dirty words' routine led to a landmark Supreme Court case regarding censorship.
Awards
['Five Grammy Awards for Best Comedy Album', 'Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (posthumous)']
Notable Works
['Brain Droppings', 'Napalm & Silly Putty', 'Last Words', 'When Will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops?']
