Comedians born on December 8

Take a focused look at the comedians born on December 8. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1933 Flip Wilson

  Flip Wilson was a groundbreaking American comedian and actor, best known for hosting his own popular television variety series, 'The Flip Wilson Show,' in the early 1970s. He was celebrated for his comedic timing, influential characters such as Geraldine Jones, and for being one of the first Black entertainers to achieve mainstream television success. [bio]