Comedian Bernie Mac Dies at Age 50

Comedian Bernie Mac died today (Saturday, August 9th, 2008) surrounded by his wife of 30 years and his only daughter. The Associated Press reports that sarcoidosis, an inflammatory lung disease, took the life of the 50 year old entertainer.

Bernie, a well known “King of Comedy,” was an incredibly funny “motha-“ (if you don’t get the reference you should be ashamed of yourself). During his career he has worked with George Clooney, Don Cheadle, Billy Bob Thorton, Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, Drew Barrymore, Ashton Kutcher, DL Hughley, Damon Wayans, Spike Lee and a slew of other entertainers. His weekly show, "The Bernie Mac Show," was well viewed and his movie credits include “The Original Kings of Comedy,” “Bad Santa,” “Ocean’s Eleven.” “Guess Who?,” “Mo’ Money” and “Charlie’s Angels”.

More Info on Bernie Mac's Death:

• Bernie Mac's Page on Wikipedia


• The Associated Press coverage of Bernie Mac's Death

Social Angst presents a tribute to an incredible talent, the late great Mr. Bernie Mac:


Bernie Mac - Ya'll Scared of Me - Clip from Kings of Comedy

Bernie Mac on Def Comedy Jam



Bernie Mac - Bad Ass Kids - Kings of Comedy



Bernie Mac Def Comedy Jam Appearance #2



Bernie Mac's Kings Of Comedy Routine