American comedian and actor
Born: October 5, 1957
Died: August 9, 2008
Bernie Mac, born Bernard Jeffrey McCullough on October 5, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, was a beloved American comedian and actor known for his sharp wit and distinctive comedic style. Raised on the South Side of Chicago, Mac’s early life was marked by adversity, including the loss of his mother at a young age. These experiences would later influence his comedy.
Mac’s career in comedy took off in the late 1980s and early 1990s when he performed in various Chicago comedy clubs. His breakthrough came with a memorable appearance on HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam.” His raw and unapologetic humor endeared him to audiences and led to a successful stand-up career.
In addition to his stand-up success, Bernie Mac gained fame through his roles in film and television. He starred in the hit sitcom “The Bernie Mac Show,” which earned him critical acclaim and several awards, including an Emmy. He also appeared in movies such as “Ocean’s Eleven” and “The Original Kings of Comedy.”
Tragically, Bernie Mac’s life was cut short when he passed away on August 9, 2008, at the age of 50, due to complications from pneumonia. His unique comedic talent and genuine charisma continue to be remembered and celebrated by fans around the world, making him an enduring icon in the world of comedy and entertainment.
Bernie Mac’s 5 most popular quotes
- You can’t change what happened. Just like you can’t change the future by worrying about it. You just have to keep moving.
- If you mess something up, remember who got you there. Don’t be pointing fingers, even if finger-pointing is called for. Only one you got to blame is your own self.
- Sometimes when you lose you win, son. Failure is just life’s way of preparing you for success.
- They say if you don’t have your health you ain’t got nothing, but the truth is you ain’t got nothing if you don’t have no one to worry about your health.
- I’m an entertainer and I really enjoy entertaining. I think if you’re going to really be what you say you are, you have to really live it, work it, practice it, and think it.
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