Comedians discuss Kid Capri’s role in “Def Comedy Jam” in VICE TV’s documentary series “Black Comedy in America.” “What that turned into was having the hipness at a comedy show,” comedian Joe Torry ...

*Def Comedy Jam is officially back on television, this time exclusively on REVOLT, the youth culture multimedia platform. Per the news release, the iconic series, which transformed stand-up comedy and ...

Def Comedy Jam Season 4 could introduce a fresh wave of hilarious faces alongside established legends. Imagine up-and-coming talents like Tiffany Haddish or Kevin Hart sharing the stage with veteran ...

*History was made September 10th at the Beverly Hilton Hotel and EUR was on the scene to cover it. Netflix presented a celebration in honor of the 25th anniversary of Russell Simmons’ “Def Comedy Jam” ...

Russell Simmons, Tiffany Haddish, Deon Cole, and D.L. Hughley among the comedians expressing gratitude towards creators and fans of the original Def Comedy Jam series. By Courtney Idasetima Although ...

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Funky, raw and hard-hitting. That’s what “Def Comedy Jam” was when it was on HBO. It was comedy, in front of a raucus crowd, down and dirty, uncensored, straight up, no chaser. The show ran for nine ...

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HBO, which has had a long-standing relationship with Russell Simmons, is distancing itself from the discarded mogul after he has been hit by sexual assault allegations. “HBO will be airing All Def ...

Def Comedy Jam Season 1 showcased Black comedians in their own right, giving voice to their experiences and perspectives with an authenticity rarely seen before. Here’s how you can watch and stream ...