Author : Chris Rock
Publisher : Hyperion
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 39,68 MB
Release : 1998-11-01
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9780786889419
From one of today's hottest stand-up comics--heir to Richard Pryor and Eddie Murphy, and known for his Emmy award-winning HBO comedy specials and "The Chris Rock Show"--comes this edgy, no-holds-barred book. Here, Chris Rock confronts all the hot-button issues, such as finding a black leader, addiction to bubble wrap, why white folks can't say the N-word, the dirty socks rule, marriage, Bill Clinton, sexual harassment, and more.
Author : David Robson
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 25,77 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Actors
ISBN : 9781422207932
This book tells of the life and achievements of Chris Rock, known for his outrageous comedy as well as his work in the movies.
Author : Gilad James, PhD
Publisher : Gilad James Mystery School
Page : 61 pages
File Size : 11,14 MB
Release :
Category : Humor
ISBN : 3354659289
Chris Rock is a comedian, actor, writer, producer, and director. He was born on February 7, 1965, in Andrews, South Carolina. He grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and attended James Madison High School before dropping out and pursuing a career in comedy. Rock first gained widespread recognition in the early 1990s as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. He went on to star in several successful comedy specials for HBO, such as Bring the Pain and Bigger & Blacker. He has also acted in a number of films, including Dogma, Madagascar, and Grown Ups. Rock is known for his irreverent humor, which often addresses race, politics, and relationships. His awards include four Primetime Emmy Awards, three Grammy Awards, and several NAACP Image Awards.
Author : Anne M. Todd
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 21,49 MB
Release : 2009
Category : African American comedians
ISBN : 1438100744
The acerbic comedian began his career on Saturday Night Live.
Author : Philip Wolny
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 11,10 MB
Release : 2018-12-15
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 1978504020
The greatest entertainers of our time often combine talent, instincts, hard work, and perseverance. Chris Rock has drawn on all four to become one of the most revered, respected, and consistently successful comedians of the last two decades. This book explores his roots, highs and lows, and recent work, including his milestones in stand-up, television, and film, and his maturation as a directorial talent. Vivid imagery, memorable quotes, a career timeline, and more round out this fascinating narrative of striving for success and maintaining creative integrity, making it a compelling biography for comedy fans and casual readers alike.
Author : Stephen Feinstein
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 10,48 MB
Release : 2008-07-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780766028944
"Elementary biography of comedian Chris Rock discussing his childhood, early career, and his rise as one of America's most famous comedians"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Rose Rock
Publisher : William Morrow Paperbacks
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 30,98 MB
Release : 2009-04-07
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780061536113
Rose Rock—child advocate, educator, and mother of ten-plus children, including comedian Chris Rock—shares her heartfelt and no-nonsense advice on parenting Uber-mom Rose Rock raised ten children and seventeen foster children. She did it by never shying away from hard conversations and by not being afraid to present strong ideas about boundaries, discipline, choices, and consequences. In short, Rose Rock tells it like it is. In Mama Rock's Rules, Rock shares the funny and highly practical lessons she learned both as a parent and an educator, while offering strategies for teaching children to be self-reliant. Her advice—delivered with a dose of wit and homespun humor—will inspire you to teach your kids right, whether your brood is one child or ten.
Author : Jeffrey Gurian
Publisher : Skyhorse Publishing, Inc.
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 12,21 MB
Release : 2012-12-18
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1620878682
Once in a lifetime a venue comes along that changes show business dramatically, that fosters growth and camaraderie, experimentation and freedom. The Comic Strip is one of those places, and Make ’Em Laugh is an inside look at how it all happened, straight from the mouths of the stars who built their careers on its stage. Owner Richie Tienken and a wealth of comics open their hearts and souls to share their most intimate memories, the laughs and tears, the good times and the bad, in order to paint an all-encompassing, behind-the-scenes history of this iconic club. Interviews include famous comedians, such as: • Jerry Seinfeld • Gilbert Gottfried • Paul Reiser • Lisa Lampanelli • George Wallace • Billy Crystal • Jim Breuer • Susie Essman • Lewis Black • Ray Romano • And many more! Relive the excitement as these comics explain how they came to belong to the Comic Strip family, and how they went on to enjoy huge careers, bringing laughter to millions of people all over the world. This book is a must for any comedian or comedy lover’s library!
Author : Jeanne Nagle
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 23,20 MB
Release : 2015-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 149946262X
In the 1990s, comedy was changed forever as a young funnyman known as Chris Rock caught the eye of comedy veteran Eddie Murphy. Readers will learn how Rock rocked his way to fame with stand-up comedy routines including witty and matter-of-fact discussions of hot-button subjects such as race relations and politics. This detailed book covers the many facets of Rock’s career, including his work as a writer, actor, producer, and more. Readers will enjoy this overview of Rock’s life, including a discussion of his stand-up methodology.
Author : Jacqueline Laks Gorman
Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 16,10 MB
Release : 2008-07-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780836892352
Highlights the life and career of comedian and actor Chris Rock, who starred in such films as "Bee Movie," "Head of State," and "Madagascar."
