George Carlin

GEORGE

CARLIN

THE OFFICIAL SITE

“Some people grow up. Others just get better stories.”

Timeline

George’s life — the eras that built the voice.

1937
Born in Manhattan
New York City — street noise, Catholic school, and the early rhythm of the voice.
George Carlin childhood photo
1960s
Early Stand-Up + TV
Clubs, appearances, clean-cut sets — but the real voice is already pushing through.
George Carlin in the 1960s
1972
“Seven Words” Era
Language turns into the battleground — and comedy stops being polite.
George Carlin in the early 1970s
1980s
The Philosopher With a Mic
Longer arcs, darker laughs, sharper point of view — precision over shock.
George Carlin in the 1980s
1990s–2000s
Late-Career Masterworks
Peak clarity — the jokes land, then the truth lands harder.
George Carlin late career

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