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Who is James Gregory?
James Gregory (May 6, 1946 – May 9, 2024) was an American stand-up comedian billed as “The Funniest Man in America.” Comedian James Gregory was a Southern storyteller who started stand-up later in life and toured for decades, with specials including The Legend Continues and Dry Bar Comedy’s Food Isn’t Fatal.
Career timeline
- 1946Born May 6
- 1980sStarts stand-up in Atlanta
- 1989James Gregory LIVE!
- 2024Dies May 9
Podcast & show guest appearances
1 verified James Gregory guest appearance on another show, with an official full-episode link.
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Episode 092,James Gregory explains how he remains creative at age 75
James Gregory specials
Specials
The Legend Continues and Dry Bar Comedy’s Food Isn’t Fatal.
People
- Dusty Slay, who says he “never gets enough credit” (Bussin’ With The Boys #402)
Places
- Georgia
Products
- Official store: funniestman.com
- The Legend Continues: Amazon
James Gregory FAQ
Who was James Gregory?
A Southern stand-up comedian billed as “The Funniest Man in America.”
Is James Gregory still alive?
No. James Gregory was born May 6, 1946 and died May 9, 2024.
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