George Carlin: A Comedy Legend George Denis Patrick Carlin (May 12, 1937 – June 22, 2008) was an iconic American stand-up comedian, social critic, actor, and author. Known for his dark comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and taboo subjects, Carlin was a master of observational and black comedy. He gained fame with his “Seven Words You Can Never Say on Television” routine, which led to a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling on broadcast censorship. Carlin’s career spanned five decades, during which he released 14 HBO specials and won five Grammy Awards for Best Comedy Album. He was a frequent performer on “The Tonight Show” and hosted the first episode of “Saturday Night Live.” His sharp wit and fearless commentary made him a beloved figure in comedy and a significant influence on future generations of comedians. #GeorgeCarlin #ComedyLegend #StandUpComedy #SevenDirtyWords #SocialCritic #PoliticalSatire #DarkComedy #ComedyGenius #IconicComedian #CarlinQ
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