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Dave Chappelle On Comedy And Politics In The Age Of President Trump

Preparing for a month-long residency at Radio City Music Hall, Chappelle talks about growing up in D.C. and his decision to host the first SNL after the presidential election.
Dave Chappelle begins a month long residency at Radio City Music Hall in August.

There's no bigger name in comedy today than Dave Chappelle. At only 14 years old he started performing stand up in Washington, D.C., and since then, he's starred in cult classic Hollywood films, created one of the most beloved sketch comedy shows of all time,, and released some of the most widely watched comedy specials ever. He was also behind one of the biggest moments in underground hip-hop this century, a day-long concert documented in the film . Now, approaching his 30th anniversary in stand up comedy, he's preparing for a month-long residency at Radio City Music Hall.

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