One of the first legitimate comedy stars to come out of cable television, Gallagher has 16 stand-up specials under his belt. But the comedian believes he has more to give than the gift of laughter.

Gallagher’s bio on his website said he had numerous TV specials and 3,500 live shows under his belt as a comedy legend. His special “An Uncensored Evening” was the first stand-up special to ...