
Jerome Allen "Jerry" Seinfeld (born April 29, 1954) is an American comedian, actor and writer, whose style is often described as observational comedy. He is best known for playing a semi-fictional version of himself in the situation comedy, Seinfeld, (1989-1998), which he co-created, helped write and, in the show's final two seasons, executive produced. In his first major foray back into the media since the finale of Seinfeld, he co-wrote and co-produced the film Bee Movie, also dubbing the title role of Barry B. Benson. In February 2009, it was announced that Jerry Seinfeld will be participating in a reality TV series tentatively called Marriage Ref on NBC. Jerry is rumored to work behind the scenes, mainly operating as creator and executive producer, but may also make cameo appearances. Jerry is also going to be on an episode of the Starz Original series, Head Case. In March 2009, it was announced that Jerry and the entire cast of Seinfeld will be appearing on Larry David's HBO original series Curb Your Enthusiasm. Seinfeld is known for his incredibly dedicated and devoted work ethic. He was ranked #12 in Comedy Central's list of the 100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time. Seinfeld is also a bestselling author, most notably for his book Seinlanguage. Released in 1993, the book went on to become a number one New York Times bestseller. The book, written as his television show was first rising in popularity, is primarily an adaptation of the comedian's standup material. The title comes from an article in Entertainment Weekly listing the numerous catch-phrases the show was responsible for. In 2003, he wrote a children's book titled Halloween. The book was illustrated by James Bennett. There are also several books about both the sitcom and Seinfeld himself, though many of them are not written by Seinfeld. Seinfeld wrote the forewords to Ted L. Nancy's Letters from a Nut series of books and Ed Broth's Stories from a Moron. Both authors were rumored to be pseudonyms for Seinfeld or a friend of his. Neither Nancy nor Broth have been seen publicly, although Seinfeld is heavily involved in pitching their books for television. In promoting Broth's book, Seinfeld hosted a toast in the author's honor. Broth did not attend. Seinfeld also wrote the foreword to the Peanut Butter & Co. Cookbook, from his favorite sandwich shop in New York City.
The first book in twenty-five years from Jerry Seinfeld features his best work across five decades in comedy.Since his first performance at the legendary New York nightclub “Catch a Rising Star” as a twenty-one-year-old college student in fall of 1975, Jerry Seinfeld has written his own material and saved everything. “Whenever I came up with a funny bit, whether it happened on a stage, in a conversation, or working it out on my preferred canvas, the big yellow legal pad, I kept it in one of those old school accordion folders,” Seinfeld writes. “So I have everything I thought was worth saving from forty-five years of hacking away at this for all I was worth.” For this book, Jerry Seinfeld has selected his favorite material, organized decade by decade. In page after hilarious page, one brilliantly crafted observation after another, readers will witness the evolution of one of the great comedians of our time and gain new insights into the thrilling but unforgiving art of writing stand-up comedy.
Seinfeld. For more than 33 million viewers, the Emmy Award-winning television show has become a Thursday night ritual. Even though the show has ended, Jerry Seinfeld's distinct brand of humor can still be yours.In his #1 New York Times bestselling book, SeinLanguage, Jerry Seinfeld has captured on the page his views on topics ranging from Raisinettes to relationships, from childhood to cop shows, and from parents to power suits. This must-have book for all fans--and who isn't a fan?--remains available in both paperback and hardcover.
A celebration of and behind-the-scenes look at Jerry Seinfeld’s groundbreaking streaming series Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.In his streaming show, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, Jerry Seinfeld has engaged with some of the funniest people in history in classic cars, coffee shops, and diners. He has reminisced with Larry David; bantered with legends Steve Martin, Tina Fey, and Eddie Murphy; reunited with the cast of Seinfeld; and even paid a visit to President Barack Obama in the Oval Office. These and dozens of other guests talked about the intricacies of stand-up, the evolution of their careers and personal lives, and whatever else popped into their brilliant minds. Seinfeld’s carefully crafted episodes have reimagined the talk show format, each one a unique, hilarious, and yet intimate conversation—a rare opportunity for viewers to witness their favorite performers unscripted and unvarnished. But in producing eighty-four episodes over eleven seasons, he has also created arguably the most important historical archive about the art of comedy ever amassed, with episodes featuring Garry Shandling, Jerry Lewis, Don Rickles, Carl Reiner, and Norm McDonald already serving as permanent shrines for legendary comedians.Timed to the 10th anniversary of the show’s debut and with an introduction from Jerry Seinfeld, this book isn’t just a record of the show but instead an inventive tribute full of behind-the-scenes photos and anecdotes. The book dives into the inspiration and creation of segments, the most unforgettable lines from guests, an index of the cars, and some of the most memorable moments from crew members. Originally conceived as an “anti-talk show,” Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee earned multiple Emmy nominations and helped lead the streaming revolution.The Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee Book is a beautifully designed book with iconic, never-before-seen production photos.
A humorous tale about the Halloween experience as remembered by the author himself, from bad trick-or-treat candy to pajama-like costumes, enhanced with vibrant illustrations.
Jerry. George. Elaine. Kramer. We've followed their misadventures for nearly ten years on Thursday nights. Here, finally, are the scripts of the first two seasons that will take you back to the beginning of Seinfeld. Featuring the first 17 episodes ever aired, The Seinfeld Scripts contains all the great lines that have kept us laughing for the pilot episode, "The Seinfeld Chronicles," where it all began; George introduces his importer/exporter altar ego Art Vanderlay in "The Stakeout"; Kramer becomes obsessed with cantaloupe in "The Ex-Girlfriend"; Jerry and George meet Elaine's dad in "The Jacket"; is Jerry responsible for a poor Polish woman's death when he makes "The Pony Remark"?; Jerry and Elaine decide to become intimate again in "The Deal"; what will George do when he is banned from the executive bathroom in "The Revenge"?; and Jerry, George, and Elaine wait for a table in "The Chinese Restaurant." It's all the award-winning writing of Seinfeld, "the defining sitcom of our age". Created by Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld. My roommate has Lyme disease. Lyme disease? I thought she had Epstein-Barr syndrome? She has this in addition to Epstein-Barr. It's like Epstein-Barr with a twist of Lyme disease. She calls me up at my office she says, "We have to talk." The four worst words in the English language. What a body. Yeeaaah...that's for me. Yeah and you're just what she's looking for, too--a stranger, leering through a pair of binoculars ten floors up.
At the last curtain call made the gesture of "being quiet" with my finger to my mouth. That was my signal to the house and to those around us--an to myself--that there would be no more words from Kramer. Elaine was someone who single women laughed at because she wrestled with her worst secrets and biggest fears. Let's face it, she embodied lots of problems. In fact she was a jerk. Anyone who chooses Elaine as a role model should be in therapy. When people reflected on their own lives in comparison to George's, they felt pretty good. They could tune in and see it was far worse for this poor slob. In a sick way that was comforting. After nine years, how do you say good-bye to the experience, the people, the accomplishments? Emotionally, I just hoped not to get crushed, yet all the while I knew I would.
This book was inspired by Kramer's great idea in the Seinfeld episode "The Cigar Store Indian," which was originally broadcast on December 9, 1993. Although this is not a coffee table book about coffee tables, it is a book with an amazing amount of "inside information" about the making of Seinfeld: anecdotes, facts and a behind-the-scenes look at this phenomenal television series.This special limited edition book has images of unique artifacts and some rarely seen photos from the private collections of the people who made the show so successful. Cast and crew were consulted, making the information in this volume as accurate as possible. Each character is profiled in depth, and all 180 episodes are meticulously featured in the order in which they aired. There's only one Seinfeld - and you now have a very exclusive companion to go along with it.--from "Seinfeld: The Coffee Table Book" (page 21)
Primeiro livro em 25 anos do autor e protagonista de uma das séries de comédia mais famosas de sempre. As melhores piadas de Jerry Seinfeld em 45 anos de carreira.O primeiro livro de Jerry Seinfeld em 25 anos! As melhores piadas de um dos maiores comediantes do nosso tempo.Jerry Seinfeld era ainda estudante e tinha apenas 21 anos quando fez a sua primeira apresentação no lendário clube noturno nova-iorquino Catch a Rising Star, no outono de 1975. Desde então, escreveu sempre o seu próprio material, tendo guardado tudo. «Sempre que me ocorria alguma coisa engraçada, fosse no palco, numa conversa ou no grande bloco de notas amarelo que era a minha tela favorita, guardava tudo numa daquelas pastas antigas de fole», escreve Seinfeld. «É por isso que ainda tenho tudo o que pensei que valeria a pena guardar ao longo de 45 anos.»Para este livro, Seinfeld selecionou o seu material preferido e organizou-o por décadas. São páginas e páginas carregadas de um humor hilariante e de observações brilhantes, oferecendo aos leitores a possibilidade de testemunharem a evolução de um dos grandes comediantes da nossa era, ganhando assim uma nova perceção sobre a emocionante mas implacável arte da escrita de comédia stand-up.«O sítio em que mais gosto de trabalhar é a minha mente. Para tentar tocar a mente dos outros.»
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'Heel goed vertaald, heel erg leuk, zeer aan te raden!' Martijn KoningVanaf het allereerste optreden in 1975 als 21-jarige student in de legendarische New Yorkse club 'Catch a Rising Star' tot op de dag van vandaag heeft Jerry Seinfeld al zijn materiaal zelf geschreven. En hij heeft alles bewaard. Zo schrijft 'Als er iets grappigs in me opkwam, of dat nu tijdens een show was, of tijdens een gesprek of waar dan ook, dan schreef ik het op en bewaarde ik het in van die ouderwetse schoolmappen. Ik heb dus alles nog, van al die 45 jaar waarin ik steeds m’n stinkende best deed.'Seinfeld heeft voor dit boek zijn favoriete materiaal geselecteerd en presenteert het per decennium. Hierdoor krijgt de lezer de ene na de andere hilarische en briljant verwoorde observatie en volgt zo de ontwikkeling door de jaren heen van een van de beste komieken van onze tijd. Het is tevens een nieuwe inkijk in de spannende, prikkelende, maar ook meedogenloze kunst van het schrijven en uitoefenen van comedy.Beluister nu ook de Zoeken naar boeken-podcast over Is dit wat?
by Jerry Seinfeld
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