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Carol Burnett

An iconic figure in the history of American television comedy and an inspiration to female (and...

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Miyoshi Umeki

As a teenager in her native Japan, Miyoshi Umeki began her show business career as a singer and...

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Saturday Night Live (1975-2008)

An ensemble performs sketch comedy.

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Mad TV (1995-2008)

Film and television parodies, political satire and social commentary.

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Little Britain (2003-2006)

A comedic tour of why Britain is such a wonderful place to live.

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Donny and Marie (1976-1979)

A weekly hour of music, songs, and comedy sketches.

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Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry (2001-2007)

Up-and-coming and seasoned poets perform their work onstage in front of a live audience, with...

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The Andy Williams Show (1970)

A weekly half-hour of songs with singer Andy Williams.

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P. Diddy Presents the Bad Boys of Comedy (2005-2007)

Stand-up comics perform.

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The Ben Stiller Show (1992-1993)

Stand-up comic Ben Stiller moves to Hollywood to star in his own television series.

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The Monkees (1966-1968)

The comedy features a rock and roll group.

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The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour (1967-1969)

Tom and Dick Smothers poke fun at American society of the '60s and '70s.

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The Carol Burnett Show (1991-1992)

Carol Burnett, an ensemble cast and guest stars entertain.

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The New Bill Cosby Show (1972-1973)

Various songs, dances, and comedy sketches that depict the world as seen through the eyes of...

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Chelsea Lately (2007-2009)

Chelsea Handler comments on pop culture.

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The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show (1950-1958)

Everyday life in the world of George Burns and Gracie Allen.

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The Judy Garland Show (1963-1964)

A weekly series of music, songs, and comedy with Judy Garland and her guests.

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In Living Color (1990-2006)

Comedy show parodies all facets of life.

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The Jackie Gleason Show (1952)

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The Flip Wilson Show (1970-1973)

Flip Wilson hosts this variety series which includes music and comedy sketches.

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The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003-2009)

Ellen DeGeneres interviews celebrities and hosts musical performances.

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The Man Show (1999-2008)

Testosterone-driven comedy bits and girls on trampolines.

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Dan Rowan

Dan Rowan produced TV shows such as Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In and Rowan and Martin's...

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Cedric The Entertainer Presents (2002-2007)

The performer hosts a variety show featuring actors, comics and dancers.

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Tony Bennett: An American Classic (2006-2007)

Marking his 80th birthday, the singer performs duets with Barbra Streisand, Elton John, Stevie...

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Penn & Teller's Sin City Spectacular (1998-1999)

Variety show hosted by Penn Jillette and his silent partner Teller.

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The Richard Pryor Show (1977-1978)

Various comedy sketches that spotlight the remarkable comedic talents of Richard Pryor.

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SCTV Network (1981-1984)

The program, set at the studios of the fictional Second City Television Network in the small...

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Hee Haw (1969-2008)

Comedy sketches and one-liners intersperse with country music.

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The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950-1967)

A big-budget variety show from NBC in the early 1950s.