Female comedians face challenges in dating due to the perception of their shows as inferior to male comedians' shows, highlighting the need to break down barriers and promote equality.
Kathy Griffin's unforgettable experience of being banned from the Apollo Theater after her performance during the filming of her Emmy award-winning show 'Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List', reflecting on the episode and the audience's reaction.
Kathy Griffin shares her dating encounters with famous individuals like Quentin Tarantino and Joey Fatone from *NSYNC, illustrating the challenges and unique dynamics that come with dating celebrities.
Deep dives
Dating struggles as a female comedian
Being a female comedian poses challenges in dating, as men often perceive female comedy shows as inferior to those of male comedians. Kathy Griffin discusses the stigma and the desire to break down the barrier so that female comedy shows are seen as equally entertaining. She shares her personal experiences of struggling with dating and the difficulties of being on the road as a female comedian.
Kathy Griffin's ban from the Apollo
Kathy Griffin recalls her experience of performing at the Apollo Theater for amateur night, not knowing that it was kids amateur night. Despite expecting to bomb, she did not anticipate being banned from the Apollo after her performance. The incident occurred during the filming of her Emmy award-winning show 'Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List.' She reflects on the episode, the fun of filming at the Apollo, and the audience's reaction.
Dating experiences with famous people
Kathy Griffin shares her dating experiences with famous individuals, including Quentin Tarantino and Joey Fatone from *NSYNC. She mentions going on dates with Quentin Tarantino and discussing movies and his obsession with Marber. She also talks about her brief encounters with Joey Fatone and the fun of being backstage at an *NSYNC show. Kathy Griffin notes the challenges of dating famous individuals and the unique dynamics that come with it.
Living next door to Kim Kardashian and Kanye West
Kathy Griffin talks about living next door to Kim Kardashian and Kanye West in Bel Air. She recounts the unique experience of interacting with them, sharing anecdotes about being invited to their home and having conversations with Kanye. Kathy mentions the extravagant nature of their house and the humorous incident of a failed robbery attempt at their residence. She reflects on her relationship with Kim and her thoughts on Kanye's peculiar behavior.
Relationship advice and finding love
Kathy Griffin offers relationship advice, suggesting that women should put themselves in new environments and surround themselves with unfamiliar people to increase their chances of finding love. She shares her personal experience of attending a food festival for this purpose and ultimately meeting her husband as a result. Kathy emphasizes the importance of being open to new experiences and not limiting oneself when seeking a potential partner.
Comedy icon Kathy Griffin sits down with Nicole to tackle the burning question: Is she still cancelled? She discusses her relationship with her tour manager, who supported her through a tumultuous five-year period marked by FBI investigations and a struggle with pill addiction. Kathy shares stories of her past relationships, including dating Quentin Tarantino, lying about her age to date Joey from NSYNC, and sleeping around with her students at the Groundlings. Plus, get the scoop on what it was like living next door to celebrities Kim and Kanye. Is Kanye as weird to talk to in person? The answer will not shock you.
