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Vice TV is premiering a new docuseries looking back the impact of America's most prolific Black comedians titled Black Comedy In America, premiering tonight at 10 PM ET on the platform & hosted by comedians Tiffany Haddish, Chris Spencer & Ryan Davis.
The new docuseries "explores the comedic pioneers of film, television, and the standup scene, along with the humble beginnings and meteoric rises of the most powerful voices to ever enter Black comedy." The show's premiere episode will feature a rare reunion of The Original Kings of Comedy: Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer & D.L. Hughley.
In addition to unpacking the history stand-up in Black comedy, it'll also take a look back the cultural impact of beloved shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, The Best Man, Def Comedy Jam & more memorable Black sitcoms from the '70s.
Each episode will feature in-depth interviews from the likes of powerhouse funny people & entertainers like Shaquille O'Neal, Marla Gibbs, Tracy Morgan, Craig Robinson, Coco Jones, George Lopez, Luenell, Rachel Lindsay, Taye Diggs, W. Kamau Bell, B. Simone, JB Smoove, Will Smith, Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, Anthony Anderson, Marlon Wayans, Kym Whitley and many more.
“This collection of comedians and their stories presents an expansive, yet intimate look at the setbacks, triumphs and cultural inroads blazed by the most incredible comedians the world has ever known” says Pete Gaffney, VICE Media’s President, Global TV. “We are glad to do our part in shining a light on these legends with a project that is both ambitious and historical.”
FredAnthony Smith, Vice President of Non-Scripted Entertainment at SMAC Productions adds, “This docuseries will have you laughing from start to finish, but also learning the stories behind the careers of some of the most iconic comedians in Hollywood history. It’s been a thrill to bring this historic project to life with VICE TV, and to showcase how Black comedy has been a light through difficult times, has shined a light on injustice, while highlighting what we all have in common.”
How to watch "Black Comedy In America."
The new show premieres tonight on Vice TV, which is available via all major satellite and cable providers and the VICE TV app via iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, and Chromecast.
