Chris Rock Talks Racism, Politics, Bill Cosby, Robin Williams, Joan Rivers, Political Correctness and More

Chris Rock opens up on the Bill Cosby scandal, the deaths of fellow comedians Robin Williams and Joan Rivers, political correctness and comedy, race relations and more in a wide-ranging cover story interview with Frank Rich for New York magazine. The 49-year-old Chris Rock is on the promo trail for his new movie, ‘Top Five.’ He recently stirred controversy upon returning to SNL to host for the first time in nearly 20 years. He delivered a monologue which was very much a standup comedy routine complete with his jokes about 9-11 and Boston Marathon. Some might find such fodder for comedy controversial, but indeed, that’s the point of comedy. His New York Magazine interview with Frank Rich is billed a “conversation” and the first he has had with the famed critic and columnist since 1996. Chris Rock addressed comedy and the intense reactions, backlash and outrage it can stir. He noted that political correctness is “stronger than ever.” With this in mind, he said, that he doesn’t do shows on college campuses because ?they?re way too conservative.? He went on to clarify, saying, ?Not in their political views ? not like they?re voting Republican ? but in their social views [...]

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