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A Look at The Tragic Side of Comedy

John Belushi and Richard Pryor had more in common than comedic brilliance. Each struggled with intense personal demons, detailed in the two-hour special, The Tragic Side of Comedy (Wednesday, 9 pm/ET). The BIO Channel show explores the troubled lives behind some of the most celebrated comedians of our time, including Chris Farley, Richard Jeni, Bernie Mac, and Andy Kaufman.

From SNL to Animal House, take a look back on the brilliant work of John Belushi and the struggle with drugs that led to his death-by-overdose at 33.

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VIDEO: Saturday Night Live (SNL) The Best of John Belushi

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Saturday Night Live (SNL) The Best of John Belushi
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Length: 01:20:00
Posted: 3/18/2008

During his time at SNL, original cast member John Belushi created some of the most memorable characters in television history. One of the most brilliant comedic performers of all time, Belushi's rebellious presence and intensity changed the face of comedy forever. From classic original characters like the Blues Brothers. King Bee and Samurai Warrior to incomparable impressions of Joe Cocker, Marlon Brando, Elizabeth Taylor and more, you can experience the best of Belushi for years to come. watch

VIDEO: John Belushi Audition

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John Belushi Audition
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Length: 00:51
Posted: 6/6/2008

Season 1: Belushi does Brando! watch

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Season 2, Episode 12: Belushi must go on or Dr. Feelgood will cut off his drugs!
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Length: 01:25
Posted: 6/6/2008
Belushi does Brando!
Free | NBC

Posted: 11/30/2007
In this video clip, The Final 24 investigates the root of Belushi's drug addiction and uncovers the events that led to his final reckless act.
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Posted: 3/18/2009
In this video clip, The Final 24 investigates the root of Belushi's drug addiction and uncovers the events that led to his final reckless act.
Free | Biography

Posted: 9/30/2008
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Title Year Type
Tragic Side of Comedy (Subject (person only)) 2009 TV Show Series
Continental Divide (Actor - Souchak) 1981 Movie
Neighbors (Actor - Earl Keese) 1981 Movie
The Blues Brothers (Actor - Joliet Jake) 1980 Movie
1941 (Actor - Wild Bill Kelso) 1979 Movie

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What Has Director John Landis Done Now?

John Landis, the director who has brought you such seminal films as National Lampoon's Animal House, The Blues Brothers and An American Werewolf in London, is ready to unveil his latest valentine to film lovers. Debuting Saturday, July 1, at the Universal Studios theme park in Orlando, Universal 360 — A Cinesphere Spectacular read more

During every Tuesday performance...

During every Tuesday performance show, I find myself wondering what Dave Navarro is whispering to INXS guitarist Tim Farriss — who, incidentally, is looking more and more like Sammy Hagar to me. The two of them are often seen chatting in a damn-near huddled embrace. Maybe Dave's asking him what kind of pomade he uses? Or if he's seen Eddie Van Halen lately? Most likely, though, he's asking Tim the same question I asked myself last night: Can you believe how good the contestants have become? Those performances were so solid that I'd have paid top ticket price (including those obscene Ticketmaster surcharges) to see them live. Here's who rocked what: MiG: Mighty MiG's take on "We Will Rock You" is some killer Queen for sure. And why wouldn't it be? The guy's been a regular performer in the London production of the Queen musical. Almost seems unfair to the others, doesn't it? But, hey, no one ever said rock and roll was fair. Look no fu read more

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