Black Out Loud: The Revolutionary History of Black Comedy from Vaudeville to '90s Sitcoms Betty Smith Her forthcoming book The Backyard

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Black Out Loud: The Revolutionary History of Black Comedy from Vaudeville to '90s Sitcoms Betty Smith Her forthcoming book The BackyardThe award winning co anchor of PBS NewsHour presents a sweeping and insightful retrospective on the history of Black comedy in America. Black comedians have long played a pivotal role in shaping the American sense of humor. The 1990s showcased a golden era for Black comedy, highlighted by the surge of iconic sitcoms that redefined television and left a lasting cultural imprint. Shows like In Living Color, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Living Single,