Bob Smith

Acting

Bob Smith

Born December 24, 1958 · Buffalo, New York, USA

Died January 20, 2018 · aged 59

Bob Smith was an American writer, novelist, actor and stand-up comedian. He was the first openly gay comic to appear on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and to star in his own comedy half-hour on American television.

Known For

Outstanding: A Comedy RevolutionOutstanding: A Comedy Revolution · 2024
Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution
6.22024
MovieDocumentaryComedy
This rapturous documentary steps into the dynamic world of queer stand-up and examines the powerful cultural influence it has had on social change in America. The film combines rare archival materials, stand-up performances, and interviews with a show-stopping lineup to present a definitive history of queer comedy.
Out ThereOut There · 1993
Out There
1993
Movie
A positive mix of stand-up and sketch comedy by some of today's funniest gay and lesbian comedians. Filmed before a live audience at San Francisco's Great American Music Hall on October 11, 1993, National Coming Out Day.
Outlaugh!Outlaugh! · 2006
Outlaugh!
6.02006
MovieComedyDocumentary
This hilarious, historic concert film showcases the funniest queer stand-up comics and queer sketch groups working in America today. Outlaugh! takes you on stage and backstage with fiery headliner Lea DeLaria, as well as Bob Smith, Page Hurwitz, Karen Ripley, Jason Stuart, Mark Davis, Sabrina Matthews, Andre Kelley, Jerry Calumn, Stephanie Howard, Jen Slusser, Jason Dudey, Roy Cruz, Charlie Vaughn, Bobaloo, Ariana, Bill Cruz, The Gay Mafia, The Nellie Olesons and Outlaugh! creator Mike Player. Outlaugh! is a rib-tickling ride that captures some of the funniest queers who have ever dared to strut their stuff.
It's Elementary: Talking About Gay Issues in SchoolIt's Elementary: Talking About Gay Issues in School · 1996
It's Elementary: Talking About Gay Issues in School
4.61996
MovieDocumentary
Depicts what happens when students K-8 discuss LGBT-related topics in age-appropriate ways. Shot in six public and private schools (in San Francisco and New York City, as well as Madison, Wisconsin, and Cambridge, Massachusetts), It’s Elementary models excellent teaching about family diversity, name-calling, stereotypes, community building, and more.
Coming Out PartyComing Out Party · 2003
Coming Out Party
3.02003
MovieComedyDrama
Seven LGBTQ+ comedians share the joys and pains of coming out to friends, family, and themselves in this hilarious and touching special.

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