

#2126 - Donnell Rawlings
13 snips Mar 27, 2024
Donnell Rawlings, a stand-up comic and actor from 'Chappelle's Show,' engages in a vibrant discussion about personal style and the quirks of Hollywood. He dives into the fascination with 'Law & Order' villains and explores the transition from heckler to comedian, sharing the art of 'jonan.' The conversation also touches on the exploitation in old Hollywood, the athlete-actor crossover, and the challenges posed by AI and the pandemic in the comedy world. Rawlings emphasizes community, creativity, and the importance of personal growth in navigating conflict.
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Donnell's Comedy Beginnings
- Donnell Rawlings got a standing ovation at his first open mic.
- He used to heckle comedians, and people came to see him heckle.
Donnell Rawlings on Heckling
- Donnell Rawlings admits he enjoys heckling.
- In D.C., it's called "Jonan", which means roasting.
Heckling Tour
- Donnell Rawlings and Tracy Morgan considered heckling other comedians.
- They thought it would be a character-building exercise.