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Bernard Manning was a prominent British comedian known for his controversial and politically incorrect humor. Born on August 13, 1930, in Manchester, England, Manning rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s with his unique brand of stand-up comedy. His early career saw him performing in working men's clubs, where he developed a reputation for his sharp wit and no-holds-barred style. Manning's comedy often touched on topics that were considered taboo, and he became a polarizing figure due to his provocative material. Despite facing criticism for his politically incorrect humor, Manning gained a substantial following and became a fixture in the British comedy scene. The comedian's career included television appearances on shows like “The Comedians“ and “The Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club.“ Manning also ran his own club, The Embassy Club in Manchester, where he hosted performances by various comedians. Unfortunately, Bernard Manning passed away on June 18, 2007, leaving behind a legacy that continues to spark discussions about the boundaries of comedy. Keywords/Phrases: Bernard Manning, British comedian, controversial humor, politically incorrect, stand-up comedy, working men's clubs, sharp wit, no-holds-barred, polarizing figure, taboo topics, provocative material, British comedy scene, The Comedians, The Wheeltappers and Shunters Social Club, The Embassy Club, legacy, comedy boundaries.
