Adele Givens
Also Known As: Willadele Givens
Biography: Willadele Givens is an American comedian, actress and writer.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Birthday: July 01, 1960
Adult: No
Gender: Female
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HBO Comedy Half-Hour: Adele Givens
Overview: Stand up special
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-10-04
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The Queens of Comedy
Overview: Four of today's hottest black comedians headline this Queens of Comedy video special, a follow-up to Spike Lee's "The Original Kings of Comedy". Adele Givens, Mo'Nique (from UPN's The Parkers), Sommore, and Laura Hayes (from BET's Comic View) present a very provocative adult program with riffs on everything from the size of various body parts, to the habits of men, to former president Bill Clinton.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-01-27
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The Players Club
Overview: Single mother Diana struggles to provide for her child and pay for her college education. When she meets two dancers from a nearby gentlemen's club, Diana's convinced there's fast money to be made stripping.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-04-08
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Phunny Business: A Black Comedy
Overview: A bittersweet valentine to All Jokes Aside, a little known, but extremely influential, black-owned Comedy Club. Comedy, race and Chicago politics collided at this cultural gem and we hope our humorous telling of this story will provoke discussion, and in some small way, promote a greater understanding between the races.
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-04-25
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I Left My Girlfriend for Regina Jones
Overview: A man in a committed relationship turns his love life upside-down when he accepts a $50,000 bet about getting a date with his celebrity crush.
Genres: Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-12-01
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Def Comedy Jam Classics: Volume Two
Overview: Long before Hollywood came calling with films such as Johnson Family Vacation, Steve Harvey was slaying audiences at comedy clubs. This collection of Harvey-hosted episodes from the popular television show captures that vibe. Funnymen James Hannah, Arnez J., Rich Vos and others unleash a tirade of laughs, demonstrating why this show served as a launching pad for so many top comic talents. Russell Simmons and Bob Sumner provide commentary.
Genres: Comedy Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-11-21
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Def Comedy Jam 25
Overview: In this special live event, giants of stand-up come together to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Russell Simmons's groundbreaking "Def Comedy Jam."
Genres: Comedy Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-09-26
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Beauty Shop
Overview: Far from Chicago, hairdresser Gina Norris has relocated to Atlanta with her daughter and has quickly established herself as a rare talent in her profession. But after repeatedly butting heads with her shady, over-the-top boss, Jorge, Norris sets out to create her own salon -- even snagging a few of Jorge's employees and clients. Now, Jorge will do anything to shut her down.
Genres: Comedy Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-04-22
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Do I Look Like a Lady? (Comedians and Singers)
Overview: Do I Look Like a Lady? (Comedians and Singers) presents a dynamic checkerboard of moving image footage featuring African-American actors and singers from across the 20th century: from Jackie “Moms” Mabley to Eartha Kitt, Whoopi Goldberg, Whitney Houston, and several others. The video focuses on their individual voices as they express heartbreaking roles, pointed lyrics, sharp jokes, and strong statements of resistance to the dominant culture. The work is a powerful, and often riotous, reflection on the roles of black women in the United States.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-10-16
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Too Many Christmases
Overview: Jerome and Kayla are excited to spend their first Christmas together as husband and wife. The only problem is that they’ve never celebrated Christmas without their respective families. This Christmas, instead of deciding on one event, they agree to attend two at the same time, to appease their families.
Genres: Family Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-12-12
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Def Comedy Jam: All Stars 1
Overview: Russell Simmons brings you a standout collection from his iconic series, Def Comedy Jam. Hosted by the dynamic Martin Lawrence, these three episodes spotlight an unforgettable lineup of comedy legends, including D.L. Hughley, Bill Bellamy, Adele Givens, and more.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-03-01
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