Dave Chappelle

BIOGRAPHy

Dave Chappelle is the creator and host of the smash hit Comedy Central series, “Chappelle’s Show.” Also known for his role in the cult classic stoner film, “Half Baked,” Chappelle has also appeared on the network in such shows as “Comic Justice” and “Second Annual Comics Come Home,” in addition to lending his voice and comedic talents to the network’s hit series, “Crank Yankers.” For years, Chappelle has been considered one of the top comedians in America. He has the distinction of starring in his own HBO one-hour, stand-up comedy special “Killing Them Softly” and has appeared on over 40 national programs, including numerous appearances on “The Late Show with David Letterman” and “Late Night with Conan O’Brien.” Chappelle also had a re-occurring role as commentator for “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” covering such events as the Winter Olympics and the Tyson/Lewis fight in Memphis. Moonlighting as a writer for both television and film, Chappelle has also appeared in over 11 feature films, including “Undercover Brother,” “Blue Streak,” “The Nutty Professor,” “You’ve Got Mail,” “Con Air” and Mel Brooks’ “Robin Hood: Men in Tights.” Dave recently re-emerged with not one, but TWO Netflix specials. The legend is back!

Career Path

2017In 2017, Rolling Stone ranked him No.
2018In September 2018, Chappelle's Equanimity special received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded).
2019In February 2019, Chappelle was nominated for and won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album for Equanimity and Bird Revelation.
2020The ceremony was broadcast on PBS January 7, 2020.
2021On October 5, 2021, Chappelle starred in his sixth Netflix special The Closer.
2022(2022), and The Dreamer (2023).
2023On February 5, 2023, he received his fourth Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album for The Closer.
2024Continued extensive live touring and regional performances across major US venues.
2025Scheduled to perform at prominent entertainment festivals and theater shows.
2026Expected to launch a nationwide historic tour highlighting legacy catalog.

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