Friday Fun: Who Makes You Laugh?

Who are the funniest comedians appearing on stage today? Whose standup stands out? Which comedian always tickles your funny bone and whose delivery knocks you over every time?

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RBC Center, Raleigh, N.C.

Live comedy is one of the most difficult of all entertainment arts, where a performer stands metaphorically naked before an audience while relying on jokes, one-liners and witty observations to generate laughter and earn a paycheck.

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Amman Stand-Up Comedy Festival, Amman, Jordan

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South Beach Comedy Festival, The Fillmore, Miami Beach, Fla.

Who makes you laugh? Is it Dane Cook, Jerry Seinfeld or Conan O’Brien? How about Dave Chappelle, Kathy Griffin or Eddie Izzard? Or is there some new up-and-comer that had you rolling on the floor at your local comedy club? Who is the funniest comedian you’ve ever seen on stage? Let the world in on the joke by leaving a few remarks in the comment thread below.