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NJ Comedy Legend Mike Marino Dies at 63
16 Sep
Summary
- Mike Marino, 'New Jersey's Bad Boy of Comedy,' died at 63.
- He had been battling brain cancer and was in hospice care.
- Marino was inducted into the New Jersey Comedy Hall of Fame in 2008.
Mike Marino, renowned as 'New Jersey's Bad Boy of Comedy,' died on Tuesday, September 15, at the age of 63. His family announced his passing, noting his brave fight against brain cancer, during which he had been in hospice care.
For over thirty years, Marino captivated audiences worldwide with his unique blend of humor. His performances, deeply rooted in his Italian-American heritage and New Jersey upbringing, resonated with many. He was honored with induction into the New Jersey Comedy Hall of Fame in 2008 and received the USO Bob Hope Comedy Award in 2015.