Jackie Mason

Jackie Mason (born Yacov Moshe Maza; יעקב משה מזא; June 9, 1928 – July 24, 2021) was an American stand-up comedian and actor. He gained fame for his 1986 one-man show The World According to Me! which won numerous accolades including a Special Tony Award, an Outer Critics Circle Award, an Ace Award, an Emmy Award, and a Grammy nomination. Mason's 1988 special Jackie Mason on Broadway also earned him an Emmy Award for outstanding writing. He is known for his unique delivery, voice, and culturally grounded humor, often using innuendo and puns. Mason wrote and performed six one-man shows on Broadway, showcasing his irreverent and witty style.