Denis Leary currently stars on FX's hit show "Rescue Me." "Rescue Me" was created by Denis, who also serves as executive producer, writer and star of the series.

You might think he's joking -- though he's probably not. That's the challenge: is he serious? Who is this guy? What is he talking about? It's this challenge and the spark that sets Gottfried is apart from other performers.

A proven favorite in comedy clubs, festivals and sitcoms, Adam Ferrara has earned a name for himself as one of today's leading comedic talents.

In this day of watered down comedy, Nick Di Paolo's brutally honest performances stick out like a Catholic priest at the Little League World Series.

A true New Yorker, Colin Quinn has always made his mark as the comic scene's tough guy.

On Comedy Central, Cantone’s performances are featured on The USO Comedy Tour, Chappelle Show, Premium Blend, as well as his own special Comedy Central Presents Mario Cantone.

A stand-up comedian since his high school days at Valley Stream Central High School in Valley Stream, New York, Jim Breuer worked in comedy clubs around the country for several years before deciding to become a regular on the New York comedy club circuit.

Comedian Mike Birbiglia achieved comedy cult status in 2006 with the nationwide release of his Comedy Central CD Two Drink Mike and Medium Man on Campus college tour.