As an up-and-coming comedian, Lawrence was the featured host of Russell Simmons‘ “Def Comedy Jam” series, which premiered in 1992. Kid Capri, already a highly sought-after entertainer, was ...

It was his talent for being not just funny, but also authentic, that launched his rise as one of the kings of stand-up back in the era of Def Comedy Jam. Nightly he took on savage crowds with X ...

Def Comedy Jam 25 (Netflix) 25 years ... The special will tout “the iconic show that made giants out of ferociously funny black comedians like Martin Lawrence, Cedric The Entertainer, Dave ...

Discover showtimes, read reviews, watch trailers, find streaming options, and see where to watch Def Comedy Jam: All Stars 1 (1999). Explore cast details and learn more on Moviefone.

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — There was no YouTube when “Def Comedy Jam” premiered on HBO in 1992. The only way for standup comedians to find an audience beyond the club ...

Martin Lawrence poses during a photoshoot for the movie "Bad Boys: Ride or Die" at Angel de la Independencia on May 31, ... Lawrence hosted the first season of “Def Comedy Jam, ...

The platform that revolutionized comedy turns 25 in style. Over the course of its run, Def Comedy Jam helped launch the careers of some of the biggest comics in recent memory.

Comedy Actor/standup Chris Tucker is in good company. He’s a performing alumnus of the “Def Comedy Jam,” the groundbreaking series that ran 30 wow!) years ago on HBO.