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UK woman accuses British comedian Russell Brand of rape, says he ignored pleas to stop

"It's something that has lived with me ever since," she said during the often tearful police interview. "I blamed myself for years."

British comedian, actor, podcaster, and media personality, Russell Brand arrives at Southwark Crown Court on October 14, 2026 in London, England.
Joshua Rinkoff.

Jewish writer barred from London group over Zionist beliefs, UKLFI warns of Equality Act breach

HANOCH DAUM in "Life Is a Difficult Age."

Hanoch Daum speaks out about hilltop youth

Israeli comedian Yohay Sponder has taken his English-language stand-up show to audiences around the world, using humor to tackle war, antisemitism, and Jewish identity. PremiumPremium

'Jews never lose': Israeli comedian Yohay Sponder finds laughter amid war and hate


Tributes and laughs at 2nd Israeli Comedy Festival

The extensive agenda comprises over 60 events that feed off the multi-stratified Israeli comedic heritage, and there are a lot of up-and-coming entertainers on the roster. 

 ‘THE CONTROL Games’ wild and woolly comedy treads a fine line between love and domination.

What Marc Maron’s comedy special taught me about laughter and Tisha B’Av

When we celebrate the genius of Jewish humor are we mocking those who suffered without its comforts?

Cast member Marc Maron poses at a premiere for the film "Respect" in Los Angeles, California, U.S., August 8, 2021.

Marriage, Judaism, and vegan portobello mushrooms

Just like one of Mark Schiff's performances, the book is a wide-ranging collection of observations, some hilariously funny, some a little more serious, reflecting lessons learned over his 71 years.

 JOHNNY CARSON’S star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in LA: Schiff tried to get on Carson’s show for 20 years.

The way it really was! Some faces and facets of Yiddish humor

In Hebrew, Yiddish humor has found a different creativity. But within it, the castigation of hypocrisy and the sardonic wit, evolved and different, still sparkle.

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The Jewish humor of American illustrator Dick Codor

Summing up his career, Codor quips: “Drawing Jewish humor is a way of life. I didn’t choose it. It chose me. Judaism can be grim. Jewish humor makes you grin.”

 A selection of Dick Codor's artwork.

How can you define Jewish humor? - opinion

Defining Jewish humor, Israeli humor, Yiddish humor, and where they differ and overlap.

 American actor Gene Wilder performs during the rehearsal of a scene from Neil Simon’s ‘Laughter on the 23rd Floor’ in 1996.

Jewish-American comedian Mark Schiff's lessons on chutzpah

Jewish-American comedian Mark Schiff's new book shares his inspiring journey, as well as his contagious wit and wisdom on overcoming life’s obstacles.

 Mark Schiff

The legendary Jewish humor of Woody Allen

Woody Allen has a wild sense of humor, tinged with Yiddishkeit. He has written and directed 48 films – almost one a year since his directorial debut in 1966.

 Woody Allen poses during a photocall for the film, ‘Cafe Society’, before the opening of the 69th Cannes Film Festival on May 11, 2016.

Jewish comedy greats: Stand-up entertainers – in every sense

As a point of national pride, let’s take a look at some of the Jewish comedians that have brought love and laughter into our lives. 

 Irving Berlin in 1948.

Why are Jews so funny? Exploring Jewish humor and comedians

The Jewish tribe has a right to be glum, and yet it has produced some of the funniest people.

 An exhibit on the Marx Brothers at ANU-Museum of the Jewish People.