The Comedy Awards

The Comedy Awards (2011-2012)

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The Comedy Awards is an annual awards ceremony run by the American television network Comedy Central, honoring the best of comedy. The first ceremony took place on March 26, 2011 and aired on April 10 on CMT, Comedy Central, Logo, Spike TV, TV Land and VH1. It debuted on The Comedy Channel in Australia on May 22, 2011. The Comedy Awards represent Comedy Central's second attempt at creating an annual awards show, after the Commie Awards, which ran once in 2003.

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02The 2nd Annual Comedy Awards 2012May 6, 2012
S01E01The 1st Annual Comedy Awards 2011Apr 10, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Comedy Awards' premiere?

'The Comedy Awards' premiered on April 10, 2011.

Who hosted the first edition of 'The Comedy Awards'?

The first edition of 'The Comedy Awards' was hosted by Eddie Murphy.

Which network aired 'The Comedy Awards' in 2011?

'The Comedy Awards' was aired on Comedy Central.

Who won the award for "Comedy Series" in 2011?

The award for "Comedy Series" in 2011 was won by 'Modern Family'.

Which comedian won the "Stand-Up Icon" award in 2011?

The "Stand-Up Icon" award in 2011 was won by Eddie Murphy.

Who won the award for "Comedy Film" in 2011?

The award for "Comedy Film" in 2011 was won by 'Bridesmaids'.

Who received the "Johnny Carson Award for Comedic Excellence" in 2011?

David Letterman received the "Johnny Carson Award for Comedic Excellence" in 2011.

Which comedy sketch show won the award for "Late Night Comedy Series" in 2011?

'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' won the award for "Late Night Comedy Series" in 2011.

Who won the award for "Comedy Actor - TV" in 2011?

Alec Baldwin won the award for "Comedy Actor - TV" in 2011.

Which comedian won the award for "Comedy Actress - TV" in 2011?

Tina Fey won the award for "Comedy Actress - TV" in 2011.

Who received the "Comedy Director Film" award in 2011?

The "Comedy Director Film" award in 2011 was received by Paul Feig for 'Bridesmaids'.

Which late-night talk show host won the award for "Comedy Talk Show" in 2011?

Conan O'Brien won the award for "Comedy Talk Show" in 2011.

Who won the award for "Comedy Actor - Film" in 2011?

Zach Galifianakis won the award for "Comedy Actor - Film" in 2011.

Which comedian won the award for "Comedy Actress - Film" in 2011?

Kristen Wiig won the award for "Comedy Actress - Film" in 2011.

Who received the "Comedy Writer - TV" award in 2011?

The "Comedy Writer - TV" award in 2011 was received by Steve Levitan and Jeffrey Richman for 'Modern Family'.

Which comedian won the award for "Stand-Up Special" in 2011?

Louis C.K. won the award for "Stand-Up Special" in 2011.

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