Over the years, Black comedians have played a pivotal role in reshaping the comedy landscape while addressing critical social issues. When no one wanted to hear their voices, these comedians made ...

African American comedian Godfrey believes that the word "racist" has lost its original meaning, being used way too often by people who may be afraid to hear the truth from comedians. In a sit ...

The greatest Black comedians have showcased comedic styles that range from raunchy to satiric to slapstick. The history of talent in this genre is vast and constantly expanding as they often use ...

This has led to a long history of successful Black female comedians, with figures like Whoopi Goldberg earning EGOT status ...

They've been dubbed "cubicle comedians" by outlets like USA Today, and some of the top creators raking in the views and likes are Black. For Black humor experts, that's no coincidence. Lisa ...

And I said, 'We need to laugh the most because we've been through the most,'" comedian Guy Torry says. "And we have to laugh to keep from crying." "It's a survival mechanism, and if Black folks ...

Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Iowa can be a lonely place for a Black comedian, often scheduled individually as the sole racially diverse act among a lineup of white comics.

From Bernie Mac to Charlie Murphy, here are six Black comedians we've lost and the jokes that we'll remember forever.

Mr. André’s encounter in April 2021 echoed another one in October 2020 by Clayton English, another Black comedian, at the same airport. Mr. André and Mr. English filed a lawsuit this month ...