While highly subjective, this list has been scientifically vetted by recently deceased members of the Friar's Club for accuracy and fairness. I was always Starsky because I mopped a huge mass of curly hair. Let's face it, whether you're David Letterman or Oskar Schindler, everyone loves lists. Or who did you really want to see and never got the chance? While stand-up comedy remained largely the province of men throughout the 1950s and ’60s, a few women had begun to appear on club stages and late show couches. Finally, the Official Crooks and Liars Top 100 Stand-up Comedians of all time. Not only men engage in this profession. https://www.liveabout.com/ground-breaking-female-comedians-1923873 The handful of comedy clubs that opened in the '70s had flourished on both coasts. Seen; Ben Elton & Rik Mayall (before Ben Elton sold out) - great night. In the '80s, clubs went national; between 1978 and 1988, over 300 comedy clubs sprung up across the U.S. Stand-up comedy was everywhere. Silver Lady by David soul is one of my favorite late 70s early 80s tracks. 10 Famous Comedians Who Were Rejected by 'Saturday Night Live' Landing a spot on the late-night sketch show is one of the toughest gigs in show business, and even some of … Other comedians, like Lisa Lampanelli, refuse to say sorry. Comedians are masters in the art of making people laugh, and sometimes stimulating people’s thoughts and imaginations in the process. Below are my top 20 Detective shows of the 70s and 80s. With stand-up having become a popular and legitimate art form in the 1970s, the 1980s became the decade when it exploded. Remember this site is not just all about British shows. The list includes many familiar and great British female comedians such as Dawn French, Miriam Margolyes, Sue Perkins, Sarah Millican, Sandi Toksvig. British Female Comedians Throughout history, there have been many British women comedians who have made significant contribution to the field. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/52-female-comedians_n_833214 Full of frenetic energy and an almost otherworldly ability to improvise, Robin Williams had more comedic talent than perhaps any other comedian to grab a mic. 5 Stevie Nicks Stephanie Lynn "Stevie" Nicks is an American singer and songwriter, best known for her work with Fleetwood Mac and an extensive solo career, which collectively have produced over forty Top 50 hits and sold over 140 million albums.. Stevie is by far in my opinion the most inspiring and influential 70s female musician, her voice just send chills. His stand-up specials in the late-70s and 80s were fast, furious, and full of hysterical impressions, and they paved the way for a hugely successful film career. Comedians of the 70's 80's/90's 09-02-2008, 12:46. Who have you seen live and did they live up to expectations? https://www.more.com/celebrity/15-women-who-changed-face-comedy It was fun playing Starsky and Hutch as kids growing up. Here is a list of female comedians.