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Screenwriter, Actor
Biography:Stand-up comedian and comic actor Rodney Carrington grew up in Longview, TX, and attained national exposure via his humorous presence on a number of syndicated morning talk programs. Meanwhile, he constantly toured on the side, thus further broadening his exposure. Crude, earthy, and to the point, his routines dealt with such episodes as dating overweight women, drinking beer, and confronting upper-crust Beverly Hills life with down-home southern attitudes. The sets thus largely appealed to blue-collar audiences. (With his occasionally explicit dialogue and sexual references, he represented something of an edgier alternative to, say, Jeff Foxworthy). One who nearly always toted his guitar with him, Carrington also peppered his routines with straight-faced musical interludes. Early country-flavored comedy recordings included Hangin' with Rodney (1998) and Morning Wood (2000). Following an abortive... Full Biography
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Rodney Carrington
Rodney Carrington
Rodney Carrington
Musician Rodney Carrington attends the 2008 CMT Music Awards at Curb Event Center at Belmont...
Musician Rodney Carrington attends the 2008 CMT Music Awards at Curb Event Center at Belmont...
Rodney Carrington and Jennifer Aspen
Rodney Carrington and Jennifer Aspen
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