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George Carlin

American stand-up comedian, satirist, and social critic known for his sharp wit and influential routines.

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Known for: Influential stand-up comedian known for dark comedy and social commentary on politics, language, and religion
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About George Carlin

Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential comedians of all time, he was known for his stand-up routines, combining elements of dark comedy and commentary on topics such as contemporary politics, the English language, psychology, and religion. Carlin was a frequent performer and guest host on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and hosted the first episode of Saturday Night Live in 1975, both on NBC. The first of his 14 stand-up comedy specials for HBO was filmed in 1977, broadcast as George Carlin at USC. He often commented on political issues and satirized American culture. His "seven dirty words" routine was central to the 1978 United States Supreme Court case FCC v. Pacifica Foundation, in which a 5–4 decision affirmed the government's power to censor indecent material on public airwaves. Carlin released his first solo album, Take-Offs and Put-Ons, in 1966. He won five Grammy Awards for Best Comedy Album, for FM & AM (1972), Jammin' in New York (1992), Brain Droppings (2001), Napalm and Silly Putty (2002), and It's Bad for Ya (2008). He had voice roles as Zugor in Tarzan II, Fillmore in Cars (2006), Mr.

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