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Dedicated to the memory of the greatest comedian that ever lived: George Denis Patrick Carlin (May 12, 1937 - June 22, 2008)

A digital painting of comedian George Carlin, my very favorite comedian. This piece was completed before his death, and was actually featured as the avatar for one of his fan-MySpace sites for a short time. I had always hoped to see him live (Atlantic City is not too far from me, and he often performed there), but, alas, I waited too long. He will be sorely missed. Thank you all for your favorites adds and comments.

Sincerely,
J. M. DeSantis
Writer - Illustrator
Official Website: www.jmdesantis.com

P. S. (7.14.2008) There have been so many favorites adds for this piece recently, that I am afraid to say I cannot get back to all of them. Please know that they have not been overlooked and I appreciate them immensely. Thank you.
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Mood: Happy Tears ~jmdesantis Oct 29, 2012
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~Solo-W Oct 7, 2012
One of many comedians I like on my list; next to Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, and Carlos Mencia. :laughing:
We don't have comedians like him these days, he cuts it deep, and raises a hell of a point. He will be missed. :salute:

Probably the best one I've heard was his comparison between baseball and football. :rofl: [link]
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~jmdesantis Oct 8, 2012
Funny you mention that. The football vs baseball skit was one of my favourites too. Carlin was always my favouite comedian, and like you and so many have commented on this image, he will be and already is dearly missed.
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~captain-pie Sep 25, 2012  Student Artist
Good piece. Very good.
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~jmdesantis Sep 26, 2012
Thank you. It's still a favourite for people, even after all this time.
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*GokuMartin Mar 5, 2012
People who have an issue with me being "aggresive" have obviously never heard of this man.

If you are familiar with George Carlin, and have seen at least one of his stand-ups, you wouldn't have an issue with how I say things.

In fact, George was a lot nastier (and smarter too, sadly) than I ever was.
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~jmdesantis Mar 12, 2012
Unfortunately, not all comedy is for everyone. Some people even just have certain subjects that they feel are taboo (honestly, I have two). But, even so, there's a difference between people who can accept it's just a joke and shrug it off, even if they don't find it funny, and those that go out with pitchforks to persecute the joke-teller.
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~One-5Arts Dec 18, 2011  Hobbyist General Artist
Love this one! I miss the man!
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~jmdesantis Dec 20, 2011
Thank you. And, yes, the world of comedy is a little less funny without him.
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