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Kevin Hart Names His Stand-Up Mount Rushmore
26 Nov
Summary
- Hart cites Pryor, Murphy, Chappelle, and Rock as comedy legends.
- He credits these comedians with paving the way for his success.
- The four are featured in a recent Eddie Murphy documentary.
Kevin Hart has revealed his personal Mount Rushmore of stand-up comedy, exclusively featuring Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Dave Chappelle, and Chris Rock. Hart expressed deep admiration for each comedian, highlighting their unique contributions to the art of stand-up.
He detailed how these pioneers significantly impacted the comedy landscape. Hart believes their efforts opened doors, allowing subsequent generations, including himself, to achieve success at the highest levels of the entertainment business. He stated, "I'm only able to do what the fuck I do at this level because of the doors that they all kicked open."
Notably, Hart, Chappelle, and Rock are all showcased in the recent Netflix documentary, 'Being Eddie.' The film, which centers on Eddie Murphy's career, also includes interviews with other notable figures like Tracee Ellis Ross and Jerry Seinfeld, celebrating the legacy of these comedy icons.
