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In today's world, there are many ways to get entertained, especially when it comes to content consumption. Books, video essays, TV shows, movies, comedy specials there’s something for everyone’s taste. Even within a certain type of content, there are so many choices that everyone can find what they like best. 

Let’s take comedy as an example there are so many comedy specials nowadays it's nearly impossible to count them. So, a conclusion suggests itself – there are many famous comedians out there. Yet, some people would argue that some of them did not deserve to be so popular, and those opinions are what today’s list is made of. So, let’s jump in and see what comedians are lowkey hated by at least some of the netizens, shall we?

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#1

Person wearing sunglasses and a gold sequin jacket at an outdoor event, surrounded by people and flags. Rosanne Barr. She was never funny...just bitter and loud.

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Skip Reynolds
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4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Rosanne was a terrific sitcom, loaded with talented performers, except for the title character being the turd in the punchbowl.

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    #2

    Two comedians in suits talking during a late-night TV show, featuring city skyline in the background. The 2 people I don't see being commented are James Corden and Jimmy Fallon.

    Some of the other people listed here might also be horrible people but Corden and Fallon are just outright horrible comedians for being supremely unfunny.

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    Der Kommissar
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fallon; not funny on SNL. not funny in movies. not funny as a talk show host.

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    #3

    A comedian speaking into a microphone on a podcast set, wearing headphones and a t-shirt. Honestly? Joe Rogan. Dude has never been a good comedian.

    His biggest 'comedy' moment was calling out a joke thief in Carlos Mencia.

    Universally, every one of Joe's specials has been largely unfunny.

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    panther
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fact that people take him seriously is the biggest joke of all.

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    Some say that music is a universal language, while others argue that humor is too. Well, maybe not as much as a language, but a common instinct for sure. As this Vox article states, despite not having one common language, no culture is unfamiliar with humor; everyone has an instinct to laugh. 

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    Additionally, it is proven that humor and the laughter it causes are beneficial for one’s health. You know, as the saying goes, “Laughter is the best medicine” – well, it turns out it’s (at least partially) true, both physically and mentally. 

    With the former, at the most basic level, when laughing, a person exercises their diaphragm, stimulates their lungs, and relieves tension in the muscles. These rather basic actions improve cardiac health, as they increase heart rate and lower blood pressure, which is the same thing that happens during exercise, which as we already know is good for health. 

    #4

    A comedian on stage with a surprised expression, wearing a black hoodie and holding a golden microphone. Unpopular opinion but Kevin Hart. Dude is annoying to me.

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    Surly Scot
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    4 days ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not unpopular opinion, a lot of people don't like him professionally (no idea how he is off-camera). He's not funny, jokes are repetitive and whiny, he utilizes the Napoleon Syndrome too much and tries to make his personality bigger to compensate, but he comes off irritating and desperate. Like the 5yr old kid at a party who won't stop pulling on the adults' shirt for attention. I don't hate the guy, but a lot of people are sick of him, especially in acting as he plays himself over and over with no variance or talent (we're also sick of Tom Cruise & Chris Pratt for that too).

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    #5

    Comedian on stage with a microphone, wearing a suit and tie, performing to a live audience. Rob Schneider is not a funny man.

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    Surly Scot
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly...he seems to be going off the deep end with nasty comments about people and certain groups. Or he was always a douche and we're just getting to see it more because he doesn't try to hide it as hard. If he wasn't friends with Adam Sandler his career would've fizzled out years ago.

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    #6

    Comedian smiling on a talk show set with festive decorations. Ellen DeGeneres.

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    camomooey
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    3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her sitcom was actually hilarious until she came out. Not because she came out, because good for her but who cares, but because that's what it became all about.

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    Laughter also can reduce physical pain, as the release of endorphins produces natural painkillers, improving a person's pain threshold. That’s why some doctors opt to make their patients laugh as often as possible. 

    Also, it improves one’s sleep, boosts immunity, and, as we already mentioned, helps with mental health and social relationships. It does so by reducing stress, improving memory, bringing people together, and simply adding much-needed positivity. 

    So, it’s natural for people to gravitate towards someone that can make them laugh. For example, according to the 2022 Singles in America survey from the online dating service Match, 92% of people seek someone who can make them laugh. 

    #7

    A comedian in a black suit and glasses, sitting against a dark background, gesturing with one hand. Surprised nobody said Andy Dick yet.

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    Fat Harry (Oi / You)
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Andy D**k is a comedian? I thought he was just famous for nominative determinism.

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    #8

    Comedian performing on stage with a microphone, wearing a suit, under a spotlight. I think Jerry Seinfeld’s standup prowess is vastly overblown due to the success of Seinfeld the sitcom. He’s a decent observational comic, but people treat him like he’s a comedy god because he was funny on TV.


    He’s also not that good at writing scripted comedies. If Unfrosted and Bee movie taught us anything, it’s that Jerry desperately needs Larry David to make him funny.

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    Der Kommissar
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    4 days ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most of the Seinfeld tv show's success is due to the presence of Larry David. Seinfeld's stand-up is not up to the standards of top comedians, past or present.

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    But this gravitation doesn’t have to be towards personal relationships. People can also crave to be amused by the media they consume, whether it’s a book, a TV show, or a comedy special. 

    The latter usually are hosted by comedians – people whose jobs’ main aim is to make people laugh. Getting their own comedy special is quite an impressive point in nearly every comedian’s career; for many, it shows that they've "made it" as an entertainer. After all, not every open mic participant gets to have one, especially on platforms like Netflix, which currently carries an extensive catalog of them. 

    #10

    Comedian in a studded leather jacket and red glasses performing on stage, blue curtain backdrop. Real lack of Andrew Dice Clay here...

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    Riley Quinn
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you like offensive, puerile comedy based on misogyny and homophobia, ADC is your guy.

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    #11

    Comedian in a plaid shirt and black jacket against a tan background, representing mainstream comedians. Pauly Shore - he's lucky his mother owned a comedy club.

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    Riley Quinn
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I put Pauly Shore and Carrot Top in the exhibitionists category rather than comedians. Didn't like either of them.

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    Yet, some people would argue that not all of the comedians deserve the flowers they get. That’s what today’s list is all about. It was formed from opinions various people shared in a dedicated online thread, where they were asked a question “Who is the worst comedian to ever make it big?” 

    From Matt Rife, who got involved in a controversy following his sexist jokes, to James Corden, who people dislike due to his alleged poor behavior off-camera, the list is full of various names. And now you’re left to judge whether they belong here or not by pressing those upvote/downvote buttons! 

    Also, if you have any other names you think belong here, write them in the comments and see whether people agree!

    #13

    Comedian performing on stage with a red background, holding a microphone, and gesturing with one hand. It used to be Carlos Mencia.

    It still is...but it used to be, too.

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    #14

    Comedian on stage with a black shirt, performing under spotlight, discussing mainstream transition. Matt Rife is getting too popular for what amounts to less than what I say to my friends in party chat.

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    JayWantsACat
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    3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He's good at crowd work, as least per the clips of him online. Why he pivoted to cater to an incel, redpilled audience is beyond me.

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    #15

    A comedian on a talk show, wearing a suit, discussing mainstream success with an attentive audience in the background. I've never understood Jay Leno's appeal. At all.

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    Riley Quinn
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agree. There's nothing appealing about him or his attempt at comedy.

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    #16

    "Two men in a store setting discussing, emphasizing comedians who went mainstream." Kenny Banya. I mean what’s up with his fixation on Ovaltine?

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    #17

    A comedian in a maroon hoodie performs on stage, holding a microphone, with plants in the background. You know, Dana Cook did an AMA here years ago and i asked him about how he felt about it becoming trendy to hate Dane Cook. I used the analogy of Nickleback...he had no idea what I was talking about, or at least played it off as such.

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    Riley Quinn
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dana Cook is the poster child for the celebration of mediocrity. Cook was climbing upward just as social media hit, so he got on MySpace and blew up. Suddenly he was everywhere. His jokes aren't funny, but because he's so energetic he keeps the seats filled.

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    #18

    Comedian in a checkered jacket during a podcast session, surrounded by a microphone and beverages. I agree Amy Schumer isn’t funny but if Whitney Cummings looked like Amy Schumer we’d all agree she was worse than Amy.

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    Riley Quinn
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll taking Whitney over Amy any day, but that's not saying much. I did like Cummings in the beginning, but lately, she just isn't doing it for me.

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    #19

    Comedian on stage with microphone in hand, wearing a plaid shirt, performing in a dimly lit comedy club setting. Bert Kreischer. 50 year old man running around with no shirt on desperately trying to hang on to his frat boy image despite college ending 25 years ago. That and he basically has one joke.

    He's the equivalent of the dude who graduated high school three years ago but still shows up to hang out in the parking lot at 2:20.

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    #20

    Comedian performing on stage with microphone, a chair, and water bottle. For me, Chris D’elia.

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    Riley Quinn
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, I did like D'elia. Caught his acts as often as possible. Right up until the sexual assault accusations began, then they started pouring in. Uh, uh. You're a predator, not a comedian.

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    #22

    Comedian with a skeleton puppet on stage, performing mainstream comedy act. Jeff Dunham. Brilliant ventriloquist, terrible comedian.

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    R.A. Haley
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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, this is the one I'll disagree with. Jeff Dunham is the funniest guy. He and Gabriel Iglesias are my favorites.

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