Comedians who died on April 11

Take a focused look at the comedians who passed away on April 11. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2013 Jonathan Winters

  Jonathan Winters was an influential American comedian, actor, author, and artist known for his improvisational humor and countless appearances on television, in film, and on stage. He was regarded as a pioneer in stand-up comedy and inspired generations of comedians with his quick wit and improvisational style. [bio]