A sense of humor would seem to be a prerequisite for comedy, but that isn`t always the case. Of course, every decent comic must have one kind of sense of humor-the ability to know when something is ...

Franklyn Ajaye solidified his title as the ”Jazz Comedian” in more ways than one with his opening night appearance Tuesday at the Funny Firm. One way was for him to play a jazzy little tune on his ...

Stand-up comedian-writer-producer-actor Franklyn Ajaye's writer-producer credits include In Living Color, NYPD Blue, Roc and Politically Incorrect. His acting credits include Hollywood Shuffle and ...

Friday Comedy: Franklyn AjayeTavis Smiley talks to Emmy-nominated writer, producer, actor and comedian Franklyn Ajaye about his new book, Comic Insights: The Art of Stand-up Comedy, a guide to the ...

Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! The best of New York for free. Sign up for our email to enjoy New York without spending a thing (as well as some options ...

For some, it's the last real taste of innocence, and the first real taste of life.

Franklyn Ajaye (born May 13, 1949) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. His nickname is "The Jazz Comedian" for his distinctive jazz-inflected style of delivery, timing, and use of ...