You probably already know about Rodney Dangerfield but here are seven others.
Diller described herself as a “late bloomer” and did not start her stand-up career until she was 37 years old. After appearing on the classic Groucho Marx TV show, What’s My Line, her husband at the time (she had three) convinced her to try her hand at stand-up. After a few minor gigs, she kicked her career off at San Francisco’s legendary Purple Onion. She was booked for two weeks, but due to popular demand ended her residency there after an astounding 89 week run!
PS: The Purple Onion is closing October 1…
