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William Melvin Hicks (December 16, 1961 – February 26, 1994) [ 1][ 2] was an American stand-up comedian and satirist. His material—encompassing a wide range of social issues including religion, politics, and philosophy—was controversial and often steeped in dark comedy .
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Jul 9, 2024 · Bill Hicks (born December 16, 1961, Valdosta, Georgia—died February 26, 1994, Little Rock, Arkansas) was an American stand-up comedian who was considered a “comedian’s comedian” and who was a star in Britain, though he never experienced wide success in the United States during his career in the 1980s and early 1990s.
Sep 11, 2015 · Here are ten jokes that prove Bill Hicks was the best stand-up comic of his time, and an eerily farsighted one, too. They don’t make comics like him anymore.
- The Dad Joke. "I never got along with my dad. Kids used to come up to me and say, 'My dad can beat up your dad.' I'd say 'Yeah? When?' "
- The Blue Joke. "I can speak for every guy in this room here tonight. Guys, if you could blow yourselves, ladies, you'd be in this room alone right now.
- The Christian Joke. "Lots of Christians wear crosses around their necks… You really think when Jesus comes back, he ever wants to see a f*cking cross?"
- The Equality Joke. "I believe that there is an equality to all humanity: We all suck."
We dive deep into the life and legacy of the legendary comedian, Bill Hicks. Join us on a journey through the humor, wit, and insightful commentary that made...
Bill Hicks was regarded as one of the greatest comedians who ever lived by those who saw him. Unfortunately, in his home country of America he was very controversial - as many great comedians often are. His status in the US was that of a cult icon.
Jun 3, 1994 · The life of Bill Hicks -- Poised for stardom, the irreverent comedian battled censors and cancer before his death on February 26th. By Robert Seidenberg. Published on June 3, 1994 04:00AM...
