American comedian and actor (born 1973)
Entertainment Tonight Oct 23
Lil Jon is giving it up for Dave Chappelle after putting people on to his music with that viral 2004 sketch. 👏
The rapper’s memoir ... Show more
Cinemablend Oct 12
Before Shane Gillis, Dave Chappelle, Larry David And More Have Been Criticized For SNL Monologues
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Dave Chappelle meets Greek prime minister at San Francisco restaurant: Dave Chappelle met Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at Kokkari in San Francisco’s ...
sfchronicle.com/entertainment/comedy/article/dave-chappelle-greek-prime-minister-22444570.php
Seven Documentaries for Fans of Fiction: Anybody who enjoys an engrossing story will appreciate these movies about real life.
theatlantic.com/newsletters/2026/04/seven-best-documentaries-to-watch/686772/
Dave Chappelle tour comes to Louisville. How to get tickets: The comedian will hit several stadiums this fall, including one in Louisville.
eu.courier-journal.com/story/entertainment/events/2026/09/17/dave-chappelle-louisville-tour-stop-date-tickets-and-details/91806590007/
Dave Chappelle's Return To Theaters Is A Box Office Bust With Less Than $50 Per Screen
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Aug. 24 birthdays include comedian and 'Chappelle's Show' actor Dave Chappelle, who turns 53 🎂
📸 Photo by Chris Chew/UPI#FamousBirthdays #DaveChappelle #ChappellesShow
Dave Chappelle Compares Cutting Off This Hip-Hop Group to Cutting Off MLK: ‘You’re F**king up History!’
vice.com/en/article/dave-chappelle-compares-cutting-off-this-hip-hop-group-to-cutting-off-mlk-youre-fking-up-history/
Den of Geek Aug 02
Dave Chappelle’s ‘Home Improvement’ Episode Contains an Accidental Meta-Joke: When you read this, you’ll make a surprised grunt noise
cracked.com/article_45464_dave-chappelles-home-improvement-episode-contains-an-accidental-meta-joke.html
'Forrest Gump': Actors Almost Cast in the Movie: Every actor who almost appeared in 'Forrest Gump,' from the lead role considerations to the supporting cast near ...
movieweb.com/forrest-gump-cast-actors-almost/
Unlike Pete Davidson or Dave Chappelle, this comedy star rejected Saudi millions: The comedian said he was offered at least $1 million to perform at last ...
mercurynews.com/2026/07/23/pete-davidson-riyadh-comedy-weird-al-yankovic/
Dave Chappelle to CNN during July 4 celebration: ‘I see why Trump gets mad at y’all’
al.com/politics/2026/07/dave-chappelle-to-cnn-during-july-4-celebration-i-see-why-trump-gets-mad-at-yall.html
What Dave Chappelle told a Bay Area rapper about handling controversy: Vallejo rapper LaRussell shared advice he received from Dave Chappelle after facing fan ...
sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/dave-chappelle-larussell-advice-22359068.php
Unlike Pete Davidson or Dave Chappelle, this comedy star rejected Saudi millions: The comedian said he was offered at least $1 million to perform at last ...
mercurynews.com/2026/07/23/pete-davidson-riyadh-comedy-weird-al-yankovic/
There is "no financial benefit" to hosting the World Cup, sports journalist Simon Kuper says.
"World Cups don't boost the economy ... Show more
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Seven Documentaries for Fans of Fiction: Anybody who enjoys an engrossing story will appreciate these movies about real life.
theatlantic.com/newsletters/2026/04/seven-best-documentaries-to-watch/686772/
Comedian Dave Chappelle said the opening of the Obama Presidential Center felt "like medicine," describing the event as a hopeful celebration of ... Show more
Dave Chappelle is bringing his popular Summer Camp comedy show to his hometown of Yellow Springs on July 3, and again in late August ... Show more
Dave Chappelle brings his Summer Camp back to Ohio
Dave Chappelle brings his Summer Camp back to Ohio
The Obama center’s A-list opening, or: The art of having famous friends: Stephen Colbert, Dave Chappelle, Tom Hanks, Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey all attended ...
chicagotribune.com/2026/06/18/obama-center-opening-celebrities/
Den of Geek Jun 25
Wayne Brady Wants Bill Maher To Know That The Feud Is Still On: Brady's been waiting more than a decade for Maher to answer for his BS
cracked.com/article_49845_wayne-brady-wants-bill-maher-to-know-that-the-feud-is-still-on.html
Previous winners of the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor include Conan O’Brien, Dave Chappelle, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, David Letterman ... Show more
Bill Maher accepts Twain humor prize as the Kennedy Center navigates Trump-era upheaval
Bill Maher accepts Twain humor prize as the Kennedy Center navigates Trump-era upheaval
Key FactsBill Maher Honored Amid Kennedy Center Turmoil
Jun 29, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cp24.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cp24.com
- Bill Maher received the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, awarded annually since 1998.
- Since early 2025, the Kennedy Center has undergone significant upheaval following leadership changes imposed by the Trump administration.
- A judge ordered the removal of Trump's name from the building and blocked its planned closure for renovations.
- The ceremony featured numerous celebrities and will be broadcast on Netflix on July 21.
You guys have two outcomes that an election can be. Either we win or they cheated. That s—- has to stop.— Bill Maher, during an interview with JD Vance on his show.
Den of Geek Jun 25
Dave Chappelle Says Lorne Michaels Makes An Exception for This Huge ‘SNL’ Rule When He Hosts
cracked.com/article_46858_dave-chappelle-says-lorne-michaels-makes-an-exception-for-this-huge-snl-rule-when-he-hosts.html
What to do in Chicago: Dave Chappelle, Pride Fest and the big Obama center opening weekend
chicagotribune.com/2026/06/18/what-to-do-chicago-june20/
Dave Chappelle will be supported by Virginia rap duo at LCA: Tickets for the comedian's "Pulling Up" tour stop are available now.
detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/music/2026/06/14/clipse-will-open-for-dave-chappelle-monday-at-little-caesars-arena/90551391007/
Michelle Obama praises Dave Chappelle and calls him one of her "favorite" podcast guests so far.
“Dave Chappelle is one of the smartest people on ... Show more
At the recent Netflix '51st AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy,' Dave Chappelle reached out to Murphy and suggested he'd be ... Show more
Comedian Dave Chappelle to perform in Baltimore on June 12: Tickets for Dave Chappelle's comedy show at CFG Bank Arena on June 12 go on sale Friday at noon ...
baltimoresun.com/2026/06/04/dave-chappelle-comedy-show-cfg-bank-arena-june-12/
Entertainment Tonight Jun 09
Dave Chappelle is in the house at Madison Square Garden, rooting for NY at the NBA Finals. 😎
Timothée Chalamet and Dave Chappelle are in the house for Knicks vs. Spurs Game 3 at MSG. 👀🏀
During Netflix's 'AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy,' Dave Chappelle fondly reflected on his relationship with late ... Show more
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🔗: l.cleveland.com/aldDRD Dave Chappelle’s in Cleveland on June 16 at Rocket Arena, and tickets are already out there and moving around. If anyone’s trying to go ... Show more
Marlon Wayans Explains Staying Close With Dave Chappelle Despite Being A Dad To A Transgender Child
huffpost.com/entry/marlon-wayans-dave-chappelle-transgender-issues_n_6a15afeee4b0457678e493d4
Dave Chappelle pulls up to Little Caesars Arena this month
See link below ⬇️
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Full story: Dave Chappelle pulls up to Little Caesars Arena this month
Dave Chappelle's latest Detroit show will bring the stand-up comic to LCA this month, part of a limited U.S. tour he's titled Pulling Up ... Show more
Dave Chappelle to play Little Caesars Arena for mid-June
Dave Chappelle to play Little Caesars Arena for mid-June
Dave Chappelle on the importance of comedy and journalism: Comedian Dave Chappelle sits down with Amna Nawaz in Yellow Springs, Ohio, for a wide-ranging ...
pbs.org/newshour/podcasts/settle-in-with-pbs-news/dave-chappelle-on-importance-of-comedy-and-journalism
Comedian Dave Chappelle says President Donald Trump has "squandered" his opportunity to unify the country.
"The presidency is no place for a ... Show more
Den of Geek May 08
Wayne Brady Wants Bill Maher To Know That The Feud Is Still On: Brady's been waiting more than a decade for Maher to answer for his BS
cracked.com/article_49845_wayne-brady-wants-bill-maher-to-know-that-the-feud-is-still-on.html
Dave Chappelle says the media gets his trans jokes “wrong,” urging audiences to account for a “margin of error” when watching his sets:
“People would think ... Show more
At Netflix Is a Joke, the Attention Economy Rules the Festival: Though stand-up by stars like John Mulaney and Dave Chappelle were on the program, roasts ...
nytimes.com/2026/05/12/arts/netflix-is-a-joke-kevin-hart-john-mulaney.html
Ahead of Charlotte shows, ‘Chappelle’s Show’ comic weighs in on Kevin Hart roast: Ahead of Charlotte NC Comedy Zone shows, comedian Donnell Rawlings discusses ...
charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-things-to-do/article315744750.html
Dave Chappelle tells Michelle Obama: ‘It’s insufferable what’s happening right now’
thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/5866449-chappelle-obama-political-climate/
Dave Chappelle says he resents how "the Republican Party ran on transgender jokes. I felt like they were doing a weaponized version of what I was doing ... Show more
Headlining three shows this week at the Hollywood Palladium, Dave Chappelle is continuing to downplay his history of anti-trans jokes ... Show more
Dave Chappelle Says the Media Gets His Trans Jokes 'Wrong': Dave Chappelle says the meida gets his trans jokes 'wrong' and often takes his comedy out ...
variety.com/2026/tv/news/dave-chappelle-media-gets-trans-jokes-wrong-1236740017/
Comedian Dave Chappelle has called Yellow Springs, Ohio, home for more than 25 years.
Amna Nawaz traveled there to meet with Chappelle to understand why he’s ... Show more
Dave Chappelle Says Media Gutted Anti-Trans Controversy of Nuance: ‘Reading a Joke Is Nothing Like Hearing One’ | Video
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Lauren Boebert calls out Dave Chappelle for saying she 'weaponized' his jokes about transgender people
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Dave Chappelle Slams Saudi Comedy Festival Critics: They Don’t Want a ‘Black Man’ to ...
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AFI's Eddie Murphy Tribute Includes 'SNL' Alumni, Dave Chappelle: Highlights from the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award Gala Tribute to Eddie Murphy include ...
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CBR Apr 20
Dave Chappelle Open to Chappelle's Show Return Under 1 Condition: Dave Chappelle admits he's open to bringing back Chappelle's Show, but there's one thing he ...
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OpinionDave Chappelle Is Apparently Not Loving The Aftermath Of His Trans Jokes: Welp.
huffpost.com/entry/dave-chappelle-trans-jokes-republican-transphobia_n_69e140f2e4b0b6f552b8410e
Key FactsChappelle Denounces GOP's Use of Transgender Jokes
Apr 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
- Dave Chappelle accused Republican lawmakers of weaponizing his transgender-related comedy for political purposes.
- In 2023, GOP representatives used a photo with Chappelle to promote a strict gender binary message.
- Chappelle denies being transphobic and states he does not discriminate based on gender identity.
- LGBTQ+ advocates condemn his jokes as fueling hate speech and political attacks on the community.
I did resent that the Republican Party ran on transgender jokes. I felt like they were doing a weaponized version of what I was doing. That’s not what I was doing.— Dave Chappelle, NPR interview
Dave Chappelle answers whether or not Donald Trump is funny:
“Maybe if he wasn’t president, I’d think that was funny. Or maybe at times… I do think, you know ... Show more
Giants’ Tony Vitello fist bumps Dave Chappelle on first SF night out: San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello has hesitated to show his face in his new city ...
sfchronicle.com/sports/giants/article/giants-tony-vitello-fist-bumps-dave-chappelle-22218977.php
OpinionWhy was Michelle Obama in Yellow Springs with Dave Chappelle? | Opinion: Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson interviewed Dave Chappelle at the new home ...
cincinnati.com/story/opinion/2026/04/13/michelle-obama-in-yellow-spring-ohio/89587726007/
Dave Chappelle Is Teasing a Return to His Most Iconic Era: Dave Chappelle's hit Comedy Central series 'Chappelle's Show' hasn't aired a ...
vice.com/en/article/dave-chappelle-is-teasing-a-return-to-his-most-iconic-era/
Dave Chappelle Can't Be Serious: The comedian told NPR he resents how Republicans co-opted his comedy. But he's following their playbook.
huffpost.com/entry/dave-chappelle-trans-jokes-gop_n_69e11648e4b09c81bf16a3ea
The touching reason why Dave Chappelle wants Eddie Murphy for a "Chappelle's Show" project. See link below ⬇️
📸 Kevin Winter ... Show more
Why Dave Chappelle urged Eddie Murphy to join 'Chappelle's Show'
Why Dave Chappelle urged Eddie Murphy to join 'Chappelle's Show'
OpinionWatch Dave Chappelle Finally Realize The Magnitude Of His Trans Jokes: Welp.
huffpost.com/entry/dave-chappelle-trans-jokes-republican-transphobia_n_69e140f2e4b0b6f552b8410e
Dave Chappelle anchors Ohio radio station with restored building: Dave Chappelle has helped secure the future of a small-town radio station by funding the ...
apnews.com/article/dave-chappelle-radio-station-1297aeb70e20d61e5a46481f0b660332
The Most Important Thing Dave Chappelle Ever Did: On fearlessness, the limitations of any one narrative, and what a history of Black comedy can and can’t show
theatlantic.com/culture/2026/04/most-important-thing-dave-chappelle-ever-did/686779/
At #TheWrapCreators Summit, presented by Whalar at The Lighthouse Campus, speakers and panelists share the Creators who inspired them to begin making content early in ... Show more
The Best Black Comedy Was Never Meant for Everyone: A new book is nostalgic for the ’90s. But the era of crossover success was not necessarily the pinnacle of ...
theatlantic.com/magazine/2026/05/black-out-loud-comedy-review/686580/
All the celebrities supporting Kanye West after controversial comeback: XX
metro.co.uk/2026/04/06/celebrities-supporting-kanye-west-controversial-comeback-27863195/
Call of Duty Players Aren't Happy About the New Dave Chappelle Tracer Pack for Black Ops 7 - IGN
ign.com/articles/call-of-duty-players-arent-happy-about-the-new-dave-chappelle-tracer-pack-for-black-ops-7
Remember When Call of Duty Said Its New Skins Would Be Sensible? Well, Here's Dave Chappelle
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Why Chappelle’s Show’s Controversial Michael Jackson Parody Never Aired: Chappelle’s Show featured a number of memorable parodies of famous musicians during its ...
vice.com/en/article/chappelles-show-controversial-michael-jackson-parody-never-aired/
Fiction Horizon Apr 01
Male Actors Who Publicly Defended Comedians After Their Cancellation: The landscape of modern entertainment has been significantly altered by the rise of cancel ...
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The Athletic Mar 30
Darius Garland knew his Cavaliers days were numbered. Now, he’s embracing L.A.: In an exclusive interview with The Athletic, Garland opened up on his journey to ...
nytimes.com/athletic/7156847/2026/03/30/darius-garland-clippers-cavaliers-career-dave-chappelle/
Pete Holmes says trans jokes have become oversaturated in comedy after Dave Chappelle’s jokes “made a lot of noise”:
“If you have a trans joke ... Show more
How one CEO's counter-cultural movement became Yondr: Graham Dugoni's concerns about smartphone usage spawned Yondr, with partners including Dave Chappelle ...
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Dave Chappelle turns S.F. Super Bowl week show into a warning: Dave Chappelle’s Super Bowl week Chase Center set blended Bay Area nostalgia with political jokes ...
sfchronicle.com/super-bowl-lx/article/dave-chappelle-super-bowl-21318178.php
Dave Chappelle visited Alex Pretti’s memorial before his show: The controversial comedian delivered flowers and paid his respects on Monday ...
startribune.com/dave-chappelle-visited-alex-prettis-memorial-before-his-show/601583885
Review: Dave Chappelle showered local fans with love in St. Paul show: Clipse opened for Chappelle in a charitable evening of much needed laughs.
startribune.com/review-dave-chappelle-showered-local-fans-with-love-in-st-paul-show/601580076
Barnsley draw 3-3 with Wimbledon: BARNSLEY left it late to draw against Wimbledon after squandering a two goal lead in a 3-3 draw. Omar Bugiel scored twic.. ...
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Dave Chappelle adds last-minute Sunday shows in Minneapolis : The comic will perform twice at Varsity Theater before his previously announced gig at Grand Casino ...
startribune.com/dave-chappelle-varsity-theater-minneapolis-sunday-feb-15-shows-st-paul-grand-casino/601582515
Dave Chappelle announces St. Paul show with red-hot musical opener: The comedian has a history of coming to the Twin Cities in heated times.
startribune.com/dave-chappelle-announces-st-paul-show-with-red-hot-musical-opener/601575512
