Mitch Hedberg
Mitchell Lee "Mitch" Hedberg (February 24, 1968 – March 30, 2005) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, and comedian. He was born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota.[2] Hedberg's trademark was his hippie look and his relaxed unconventional comedic delivery.[2]
Mitch Hedberg | |
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| Born | Mitchell Lee Hedberg February 24, 1968 Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States |
| Died | March 30, 2005 (aged 37) |
| Cause of death | Drug overdose |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse(s) | Lynn Shawcroft (1999–2005; his death) |
| Comedy career | |
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| Years active | 1989–2005 |
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| Notable works and roles | Strategic Grill Locations Mitch All Together Do You Believe in Gosh? |
| Website | mitchhedberg |
Career
Hedberg began his stand-up career in Florida.[3] He later moved to Seattle and began to tour.[3] He soon appeared on MTV's Comikaze.[3] This was followed by a 1996 appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman that brought him his big break.[3] He won the 1997 grand prize at the Seattle Comedy Competition.[3] The next year he appeared in an episode of Fox's series That '70s Show.
In 1999, he completed his own independent feature movie, Los Enchiladas!.[3] He was the star, writer, director and producer. He recorded three comedy CDs: Strategic Grill Locations, Mitch All Together, and Do You Believe in Gosh?.[4] The last was released posthumously.[4] He also appeared at the Montreal Just for Laughs comedy festival in 1996,[5] and again in 1998 and 2001.
At the same time as his rising fame in the entertainment industry, Hedberg appeared on Letterman nine more times. He signed a half-million dollar deal with Fox for a television sitcom.[5] Hedberg was supposed to be the next Jerry Seinfeld.[5] George Carlin, Dave Chappelle, Mike Birbiglia and Lewis Black were reportedly among his comedian fans.[6]
Discography
- Strategic Grill Locations (1999) (Originally self-published, later re-released on the Comedy Central label, edited)
- Mitch All Together (November 18, 2003)
- Do You Believe in Gosh? (September 9, 2008)
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Los Enchiladas! | Lee |
| 2000 | Almost Famous | Eagles Road Manager |
| 2005 | Lords of Dogtown | Frank Nasworthy (Urethane Wheels Guy) |
TV appearances
| Year | Title | Role/Info |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | That '70s Show | Episode 11, as Frank (Chef at the Hub) |
| Premium Blend | Episode dated May 23, 1998 as Himself | |
| Late Show with David Letterman | Himself (2 episodes) | |
| 1999 | Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist | Episode 67 "Past Lives" and Episode 73 "Garden", both as Himself |
| Comedy Central Presents | Himself | |
| Late Show with David Letterman | Himself (2 episodes) | |
| Home Movies | Episodes 104 and 105 as The Pet Eulogist and Mitch, respectively | |
| 2000 | Late Show with David Letterman | Himself |
| 2001 | Ed | Episode 110 as Dave |
| Just for Laughs in Montreal | Himself | |
| Late Friday | Himself | |
| Home Movies | Episodes 112 and 113 as Cop and Dr. Fizzel (Anger Management Counselor), respectively | |
| Late Show with David Letterman | Himself (2 episodes) | |
| 2002 | Saddle Rash | Various voices |
| Late Show with David Letterman | Himself | |
| 2003 | Late Show with David Letterman | Himself |
| Late Night with Conan O'Brien | Himself | |
| Crank Yankers | Himself | |
| 2004 | Shorties Watchin' Shorties | Episodes 4 and 9 as Himself |
| Late Night with Conan O'Brien | Himself |
References
- ↑ The Associated Press (December 27, 2005). "Report: Mitch Hedberg died of drug overdose". Archived from the original on October 12, 2018. Retrieved November 10, 2007.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Comedian Mitch Hedberg Found Dead in New Jersey Hotel Room". MTV News. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 "Biography: Mitch Hedberg". Billboard. Archived from the original on 5 October 2016. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Jeff Baenen (September 12, 2008). "New CD gives comedian Mitch Hedberg life after death". RecordOnLine.com. GateHouse Media, LLC. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "Last Laugh, Mitch Hedberg was supposed to be the next Seinfeld". Retrieved 7 November 2016.
- ↑ Daniel Fireman. "Comic Tragedy". Entertainment Weekly Inc. Archived from the original on 22 February 2014. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
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