George Carlin Dies at 71

Kikito · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 2:42 pm Post subject: George Carlin Dies at 71

Here's a link to a news article about this sad event: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/25322638/

Needless to say, the guy was a genius. He shall be missed by the many he's made laugh and reflect during his long and prosperous career.

Jowy Atreides · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 4:57 pm Post subject:

I've never actually enjoyed his standup (too much complaining, not enough jokes), but I respect the role he played in defying social norms back in the 60's and 70's. I heard about this on CNN today, and was quite shocked.

Tonberry · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 5:27 pm Post subject:

I hadn't heard of the guy until you mentioned him, Kiks, and I just spent about two straight hours listening to the guy. Brilliant brilliant comedian. It's a shame that I discovered him after his death.

Calvin · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 5:42 pm Post subject:

I've always liked him and respected him for speaking his mind. How can you not like a guy who titled one of his standup acts "It's all Bullshit, and it's bad for ya." I was quite shocked to find out that he has passed--I know he was 71, but he just didn't seem that old, if that makes sense.

He definitely left a mark on the world, which is more than a lot of us do.
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Agahnim · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 7:12 pm Post subject:

That's rough. He was a Modern Man! It's a damn crime.

He was also in the Bill and Ted films, for those of you struggling to remember him. Also had parts in Dogma and Jay and Silent Bob, I think.
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Sailor Sexy · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 7:26 pm Post subject:

Yup, in Dogma he played the role of the Cardinal who came up with the Buddy Jesus statue, and in Jay and Silent Bob Strike back, he played the role of a hitchhiker. Now I wish I had gone to see his stand up when I had the chance. Another comedy legend is lost.
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Kikito · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 9:57 pm Post subject:

I really had the hope of seeing him once before he passed away, but I suppose I'll never get that chance now. He's been my favorite comedian since I was in like 10th grade, and I don't see this fact changing anytime soon. I've also still to watch his last HBO special. I'll try to find it somehow this week.

Ujitsuna · Posted: Mon Jun 23, 2008 10:50 pm Post subject:

I was aware of him and had seen a couple of minutes of him, and he seemed funny. Rest in peace sir.

Rakuna · Posted: Sun Jun 29, 2008 1:45 pm Post subject:

I really enjoyed his books. He had a phenomenal mind. I'm really gonna miss the guy.

Sniper_Zegai · Posted: Sun Jun 29, 2008 3:53 pm Post subject:

A sad day for comedy indeed, one of my favourite comedians of all time and a true champion of common sense.
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Noot · Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 6:24 am Post subject:

George Carlin was one of my heroes, and his death came as a major shock to me. He was just in town (Las Vegas) performing his latest act a week before he died. I found out later that he was here, and I immediately regretted not being able to see him... I had no idea that it would have been my last chance. He's my favorite comedian, and I never got a chance to see him perform live. :cry: R.I.P. George...
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