Why do so many "comedians" laugh at their own jokes?

Pambie · 2025-04-02T19:14:00-04:00

Stand Up Comedy - Why do so many "comedians" laugh at their own jokes? Like this guy. I always thought they... (12 replies).

Like this guy.

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I always thought they weren't supposed to do that. Was I wrong? 🤔

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HijabaDabbaDoo · F

Because it was funny? He was breaking the 4th wall

Pambie · 22-25, F

@HijabaDabbaDoo The fourth wall? I don't know what that is, but I do know that I'm more inclined to laugh at something said by a stand-up comedian when they don't laugh, because what they've said is actually funny.

velvetviolet · 46-50, F

@HijabaDabbaDoo Exactly. Like when someone says "I crack myself up" same sort of concept. It's funny, they thought so too.