George Carlin

Date of Birth: May 12, 1937

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Date of Death: June 22, 2008

Biography

George Denis Patrick Carlin was an influential American stand-up comedian, actor, author, and social critic, known for his dark humor and reflections on politics, religion, and various taboo subjects. Born in New York City, Carlin was raised by his mother after his father’s early death. He dropped out of high school and joined the Air Force, where he began working as a disc jockey. Carlin’s career in comedy took off in the 1960s, and he became known for his counter-culture material, eventually evolving into one of the most incisive and provocative voices in American comedy. Carlin is perhaps best known for his “Seven Dirty Words” routine, which was central to a 1978 U.S. Supreme Court case that defined the extent of the Federal Communications Commission’s power over indecent material on public airwaves. Over his career, he released 14 HBO comedy specials, wrote several books, and appeared in numerous films and TV shows. Carlin’s sharp social commentary and fearless approach to controversial topics earned him the title of one of the greatest stand-up comedians of all time.

5 Interesting Facts about George Carlin

1. George Carlin won five Grammy Awards for his comedy albums.

2. He was the first-ever host of “Saturday Night Live” in 1975.

3. Carlin was arrested in 1972 for performing the “Seven Dirty Words” routine in Milwaukee.

4. He was posthumously awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2008.

5. Carlin’s “Class Clown” album was inducted into the National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress in 2015.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from George Carlin

1. “The planet is fine. The people are fucked.”

2. “I think it’s the duty of the comedian to find out where the line is drawn and cross it deliberately.”

3. “Fighting for peace is like screwing for virginity.”

4. “I have as much authority as the Pope, I just don’t have as many people who believe it.”

5. “Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, George Carlin achieved a net worth of approximately $10 million.

Children

George Carlin had one child, a daughter named Kelly Carlin, born on June 15, 1963. Kelly Carlin is a writer, actress, producer, and radio host, known for her work in both entertainment and her efforts to preserve and celebrate her father’s legacy.