Modified On October 6, 2004
Attention press seeking quotes regarding the passing of RODNEY DANGERFIELD:
Rodney Dangerfield’s career arc was, and remains to this day, an inspiration to anyone who is in the comedy business. He did comedy, achieved some success, dropped out, then came back and enjoyed the kind of success that few comedians, few entertainers ever dream of.
His success came at an age at which many comedians are beginning to wind things down. His enthusiasm, his persona, his world-weary demeanor all meshed nicely with his advanced years and his hang-dog appearance. And he wasn’t merely content to be successful on his own. His Young Comedians Specials, in cooperation with HBO, gave a boost to the careers of many comedians, Sam Kinison, Bill Hicks and Bob Saget among them.
Rodney’s success in movies, television and personal appearances were the envy of all the comedians who came up in the business in the 80s. His career was a template for many comics of the era. Few were able to duplicate his achievements.
All quotes attributable to BRIAN MCKIM, Editor, SHECKYmagazine.com, (856)310-0536, editors@sheckymagazine.com, thank you.