Mitch Hedberg Mitch All Together
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| Mitch Hedberg | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Mitchell Lee Hedberg |
| Born | February 24, 1968 Saint Paul, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Died | March 29, 2005 (aged 37) Livingston, New Jersey, U.S.[1] |
| Medium | Stand-up |
| Years active | 1989–2005 |
| Genres | |
| Subject(s) |
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| Spouse | Lynn Shawcroft (m. 1999) |
| Notable works and roles | Strategic Grill Locations Mitch All Together Do You Believe in Gosh? |
| Website | mitchhedberg.net |
Mitchell Lee Hedberg (February 24, 1968 – March 29, 2005)[2] was an American stand-up comedian known for his surreal humor and deadpan delivery.[3] His comedy typically featured short, sometimes one-line jokes[4] mixed with absurd elements and non sequiturs.[5]
Hedberg's comedy and onstage persona gained him a cult following,[6] with audience members sometimes shouting out the punchlines to his jokes before he could finish them.[7] Hedberg died of a drug overdose in 2005; a heart defect may have contributed to his death.[citation needed]
Early life[edit]
Hedberg was born on February 24, 1968, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the son of Mary (née Schimscha) and Arne Hedberg.[8][9] He was of Swedish (from his paternal grandfather), Czech, and German descent.[10] Hedberg attended Harding High School in Saint Paul. He admitted to having no interest in school and barely graduated.[10]
Career[edit]
Hedberg began his stand-up career in Florida, and after a period of honing his skills, he moved to Seattle and began to tour. He soon appeared on MTV's Comikaze, followed by a 1996 appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman that brought him his big break. He won the 1997 grand prize at the Seattle Comedy Competition. The next year he appeared in an episode of Fox's series That '70s Show.
In 1999, he completed his own independent feature film, Los Enchiladas!, which he wrote, directed, produced, and starred in.[11] He recorded three comedy CDs: Strategic Grill Locations, Mitch All Together, and Do You Believe in Gosh?, the last released posthumously. He appeared at the MontrealJust for Laughs comedy festival in 1998, 2001, and 2004.
Concurrent with his rising fame in the entertainment industry, Hedberg appeared on Letterman nine more times, signed a half-million dollar deal with Fox for a television sitcom, and was dubbed 'the next Seinfeld' by Time magazine.[12]George Carlin, Dave Chappelle, Mike Birbiglia and Lewis Black were among his comedian fans.[7]
Style[edit]
Hedberg's standup comedy was distinguished by the unique manner of speech he adopted later in his career, his abrupt delivery, and his unusual stage presence. His material was based on wordplay, non sequiturs, paraprosdokians, and object observations. His act usually consisted equally of compact one- or two-liners and longer routines, often with each line as a punchline. Many of his jokes were inspired by everyday thoughts or situations.
Hedberg suffered from stage fright throughout his career; he often performed in sunglasses, with his head down and his hair in his face or his eyes closed, and sometimes stood upstage or with his back to the audience, constantly moving in place. At times, he nervously shook his microphone unconsciously.[13]
Hedberg occasionally added disclaimers to the end of a joke if it was not sufficiently well received, frequently variations on 'that joke's dumb, I'm aware of that.' During recordings for CDs, he would often say that he would find a way to edit a failed gag to make it seem well-received, for example by 'adding laughter' to a failed joke containing arithmetic. Following such a failure on Strategic Grill Locations, Hedberg suggested, 'All right ... that joke is going to be good because I'm going to take all the words out and add new words. That joke will be fixed.'[14]
Comedy Central Records released an album, Do You Believe in Gosh? on September 9, 2008, that contained material Hedberg recorded at The Improv in Ontario, California in January 2005. His wife, Lynn, wrote in the introduction that the performance had been in preparation for a year-end CD recording.[15]
Quotations[edit]
- 'I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it!'
- 'You know, I'm sick of following my dreams, man. I'm just going to ask where they're going and hook up with 'em later.'
- 'An escalator cannot break. It can only become stairs.'
- 'Rice is great if you're really hungry and you want 2000 of something.'
- 'I think Bigfoot is blurry. That's the problem. It's not the photographer's fault. Bigfoot is blurry and that's extra scary to me. There's a large, out-of-focus monster roaming the countryside. Run! He's fuzzy! Get out of here!'
- 'My friend asked me if I wanted a frozen banana. I said 'No, but I want a regular banana later. So, yeah.'
- “I used to do drugs. I still do, but I used to too.”
- 'I haven't slept for ten days, because that would be too long.'
Personal life[edit]
Hedberg was married to Canadian comedian Lynn Shawcroft from 1999 until his death in 2005.[2][16]
Hedberg was a frequent recreational drug user, mentioning it in some of his jokes (e.g., 'I used to do drugs. I still do, but I used to, too'). He was interviewed by Jonathan Davis in the December 2001 issue of Penthouse. In the interview, published three years before his death, he was asked, 'If you could choose, how would you end your life?' He replied, 'First, I'd want to get famous, and then I'd overdose. If I overdosed at this stage in my career, I would be lucky if it made the back pages.'[17][18] In May 2003, he was arrested in Austin, Texas for heroin possession.[1] On October 12, 2004, Hedberg sat in on the news with Robin Quivers on The Howard Stern Show. He appeared on the show again on March 17, 2005, and briefly discussed his drug use, saying, 'Well, you know, I got the drugs under control now.' Stern asked, 'Do you? You know how to take them responsibly?' Hedberg replied, 'Yeah, you know, just for the creative side of it.'
Death[edit]
On March 30, 2005, Hedberg was found dead in a hotel room at The Westminster Hotel in Livingston, New Jersey.[1] The New Jersey medical examiner's office reported 'multiple drug toxicity' in the form of cocaine and heroin as the cause.[1] Hedberg's death was formally announced on April 1, 2005, leading some to believe it was an April Fools' Day joke. His funeral was held at St. Ambrose of Woodbury Church in Minnesota.[19]
Discography[edit]
- 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)[20]
Filmography[edit]
Mitch Hedberg Videos
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Los Enchiladas! | Lee | Writer/Director |
| 2000 | Almost Famous | Eagles Road Manager | |
| 2005 | Lords of Dogtown | (Urethane Wheels Guy) | Posthumous release, (final film role) |
TV appearances[edit]
| Year | Title | Role/Info |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Comedy Product | Himself[21] |
| 1998 | That '70s Show | Episode 11, as Frank (Chef at the Hub)[22] |
| 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[edit]
- ^ abcdThe Associated Press (December 27, 2005). 'Report: Mitch Hedberg died of drug overdose'. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^ ab'Mitch Hedberg'. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^Shakespeare, J. C. (February 19, 1999). 'Dude, It's Mitch Hedberg!'. The Austin Chronicle. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^'Mitch Hedberg'. Comedy Central. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^'Mitch Hedberg, 37, Dies; Offbeat Stand-Up Comedian'. The Washington Post. April 4, 2005. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^Kolowich, Steve (April 1, 2005). 'Cult comedian Mitch Hedberg dies on tour'. The Bowdoin Orient. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^ abFierman, Daniel (July 8, 2005). 'The rise and fall of comedy's Kurt Cobain'. Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^'To All of Mitch's Fans'. Archived from the original on October 28, 2007. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^'Mary A. Hedberg'. Pioneer Press. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^ ab'Mitch Hedberg Biography'. IMDb.com. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^McKinley, Jesse (April 1, 2005). 'Mitch Hedberg, a Comedian Who Performed Surreal Routines, Dies at 37'. The New York Times. ISSN0362-4331. Retrieved February 12, 2020.
- ^Anderson, Sam. 'Last Laugh'. Slate. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^Gonzales, Matt (March 14, 2007). 'In Memoriam: Mitch Hedberg'. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^Hedberg, Mitch. Strategic Grill Locations (CD).
- ^Shawcroft, Lynn (2008). 'liner notes'. Do You Believe In Gosh? (Media notes).
- ^Murray, Noel (September 8, 2004). 'Interview: Mitch Hedberg'. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^Davis, Jonathan (December 2001). 'Stand-Up Guys'. Penthouse. p. 66.
- ^Reine, Matthew (April 4, 2015). 'Life and Career of Mitch Hedberg'. Culture Crossfire. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^'Mitch L. Hedberg'. Legacy.com. April 1, 2005. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^'COMEDY CENTRAL Records(R) to Release New Mitch Hedberg CD 'Do You Believe in Gosh?''. Reuters. July 14, 2008. Archived from the original on February 26, 2014. Retrieved December 23, 2018.
- ^Hedberg, Mitch (1995). 'Mitch Hedberg Early T.V. (1995) stand-up'. YouTube. Retrieved October 27, 2019.
- ^'That '70s Show Season 1, Episode 11, Eric's Buddy' on IMDb
External links[edit]
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| Born | Mitchell Lee Hedberg February 24, 1968 |
|---|---|
| Died | March 30, 2005 (aged 37) Livingston, New Jersey, United States[1] |
| Cause of death | Drug overdose |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse(s) | Lynn Shawcroft (1999–2005; his death) |
| Comedy career | |
| Medium | |
| Years active | 1989–2005 |
| Genres | |
| Subject(s) |
|
| Influences | |
| Notable works and roles | Strategic Grill Locations Mitch All Together Do You Believe in Gosh? |
| Website | mitchhedberg.net |
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]
Career[change | change source]
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 the last was released posthumously.[4] He also appeared at the MontrealJust 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 televisionsitcom.[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[change | change source]
- 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[change | change source]
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Los Enchiladas! | Lee |
| 2000 | Almost Famous | Eagles Road Manager |
| 2005 | Lords of Dogtown | Frank Nasworthy (Urethane Wheels Guy) |
TV appearances[change | change source]
| 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[change | change source]
- ↑The Associated Press (December 27, 2005). 'Report: Mitch Hedberg died of drug overdose'. Retrieved November 10, 2007.
- ↑ 2.02.1'Comedian Mitch Hedberg Found Dead in New Jersey Hotel Room'. MTV News. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
- ↑ 3.03.13.23.33.43.5'Biography: Mitch Hedberg'. Billboard. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
- ↑ 4.04.1Jeff Baenen (September 12, 2008). 'New CD gives comedian Mitch Hedberg life after death'. RecordOnLine.com. GateHouse Media, LLC. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
- ↑ 5.05.15.2'Last Laugh, Mitch Hedberg was supposed to be the next Seinfeld'. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
- ↑Daniel Fireman. 'Comic Tragedy'. Entertainment Weekly Inc. Retrieved 7 November 2016.
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Other websites[change | change source]
- Mitch Hedberg on IMDb
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