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Who was the first ever comedian to appear at Carnegie Hall in New York City?

Question #123058. Asked by 29CoveRoad.
Last updated Apr 19 2023.

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Shelley Berman
In 1957, Berman landed his first job as a comedian at Mister Kelly's in Chicago, which led to other nightclub bookings, and a recording contract with Verve Records. His comedy albums would earn him three gold records and he'd win the first Grammy Award for a non-musical recording. He was the first standup comedian to play Carnegie Hall. Berman would go on to appear on numerous TV specials, and all of the major variety shows of the day.
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Response last updated by gtho4 on Apr 19 2023.
Aug 14 2011, 9:08 PM
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