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Gilbert Gottfried

 
Date of Birth: February 28, 1955 (68)

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA

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  [Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2000
Narrator [Replacement]

Writing

Co-writer






Gilbert Gottfried News

Ladies of Laughter Releases First All Women Recording Comedy From NY Friars Club Photo Ladies of Laughter Releases First All Women Recording Comedy From NY Friars Club
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2023

​​​​​​​The Ladies of Laughter will officially release their first recording Ladies of Laughter From The Friars Club! on March 29st. This marks the first-ever live all women comedy recording from the 119-year old show business fraternal organization that first began allowing women members into its club in 1984.

Tony V Will Headline Comedy Night at Samuel Slater's This Month Photo Tony V Will Headline Comedy Night at Samuel Slater's This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2022

Comedy returns to Samuel Slater's Restaurant in Webster, MA on Saturday, September 17th.  Hosted by James Dorsey, the show will feature Tony V plus special guest Liam McGurk for a night of laughs.

Stand-Up Comes to Bay Street Theater in September Photo Stand-Up Comes to Bay Street Theater in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2022

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced two evenings of side-splitting stand-up comedy on Saturday, September 17, and Saturday, September 24, at Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor. On September 17 at 8 p.m., New York comedian Joseph Vecsey returns with an all new lineup of All Star Comedy. 

Review: AS YOU LIKE IT at Canadian Stage's High Park Amphitheatre Photo Review: AS YOU LIKE IT at Canadian Stage's High Park Amphitheatre
by Ilana Lucas - Aug 12, 2022

Banishment, unassailable friendships, brotherly hate, love at first sight, philosophy, a magical forest, and a witty young woman in disguise. These classic Shakespearean elements and more await audiences of Canadian Stage's Dream in High Park production of AS YOU LIKE IT, in bloom at the High Park Amphitheatre until September 4.

BWW Review: Arts in Motion Presents an Adorable SHREK THE MUSICAL at the PHSC Instruc Photo BWW Review: Arts in Motion Presents an Adorable SHREK THE MUSICAL at the PHSC Instructional Performing Arts Center in Wesley Chapel
by Peter Nason - May 27, 2022

Director Mitchell Gonzalez leads his young cast in bringing to life this audience favorite.

Christine O'Leary's Zoom Stand Up Comedy Workshop at The Ridgefield Playhouse Begins  Photo Christine O'Leary's Zoom Stand Up Comedy Workshop at The Ridgefield Playhouse Begins May 16, 2022
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2022

Award-winning comedian Christine O'Leary shares the tricks of her very funny trade at The Ridgefield Playhouse in a Six-Week Zoom Comedy Workshop on Mondays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm from May 16, 2022 to June 20, 2022.

Comedy With Paul Nardizzi, James Dorsey, and Dan Boulger Comes to Samuel Slater's Res Photo Comedy With Paul Nardizzi, James Dorsey, and Dan Boulger Comes to Samuel Slater's Restaurant
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2022

Live Comedy returns to Samuel Slater's in Webster, MA on Saturday, April 23rd with headliner Paul Nardizzi and special guests James Dorsey and Dan Boulger. Doors open at 7pm; show starts at 8pm.

VIDEO: ALADDIN Pays Tribute to Original 'Iago' Gilbert Gottfried Photo VIDEO: ALADDIN Pays Tribute to Original 'Iago' Gilbert Gottfried
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2022

Tonight, the company of Aladdin on Broadway took a moment at their curtain call to remember comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried, whom Disney fans fondly remember as the voice of Jafar's sidekick, Iago, in the animated film.

Gilbert Gottfried Passes Away at 67 Photo Gilbert Gottfried Passes Away at 67
by Michael Major - Apr 12, 2022

Gottfried voiced the role of Iago the Parrot in Disney's classic animated film Aladdin. He has also been seen in Problem Child, The Aristocrats, Thumbelina, and Animal Crackers. He has also been seen on Saturday Night Live, Saved By the Bell, Fairly Odd Parents, Cyberchase, and more.

Patchogue Theatre Announces New Jokes on Main Comedy Series Photo Patchogue Theatre Announces New Jokes on Main Comedy Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 28, 2021

Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts has announced a brand new edition of Jokes on Main, its new comedy series featuring the Tri-State's funniest stand-up comedians, Michael Somerville, Motts Pelazza, Joey Callahan, and Bill Chiang on Friday, January 14 at 8:00pm. Some material may not be suitable for children.

Gilbert Gottfried Videos

VIDEO: Gilbert Gottfried Talks About Working With Larry David on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH Videoplay
VIDEO: Gilbert Gottfried Talks About Working With Larry David on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS

by Stage Tube - Nov 26, 2019

Gilbert Gottfried talks about his podcast, working with Larry David on a show called Norman's Corner and his attempt to get a VIP pass to Disneyland.

VIDEO: Check Out the Trailer for Sci-Fi Adventure Spoof UNBELIEVABLE Starring Snoop D Videoplay
VIDEO: Check Out the Trailer for Sci-Fi Adventure Spoof UNBELIEVABLE Starring Snoop Dog

by Macon Prickett - Apr 17, 2018

Entertainment Icon, Snoop Dogg stars in the Sci-Fi Parody Adventure Feature Film Unbelievable!!!!!  Snoop Dogg stars as 'Major LeGrande Bushe,' opposite co-producer Nichelle Nichols.  Making their independent feature film debut with Unbelievable!!!!!, husband and wife filmmakers, Writer/Director/EP Steven L. Fawcette and Producer/Actress/EP Angelique Fawcette, of Archangel Films LA & NV, LLC, announce that post-production has been completed, and the independent film is available to be seen by distributors.  They released a new trailer today showcasing Snoop Dogg and the huge ensemble cast, including over 40 former Star Trek actors.

VIDEO: Pasek and Paul Dish On Their Favorite Part of Working with Alan Menken on ALAD Videoplay
VIDEO: Pasek and Paul Dish On Their Favorite Part of Working with Alan Menken on ALADDIN

by Stage Tube - Mar 6, 2018

At the D23 Expo in Anaheim, CA, famed composer Alan Menken confirmed reports that Tony and Oscar-winning duo, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, will be assisting him on two new songs for the upcoming live-action remake of ALADDIN.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - CNBC's JAY LENO'S GARAGE Revs Up for New Episodes Videoplay
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - CNBC's JAY LENO'S GARAGE Revs Up for New Episodes

by Caryn Robbins - Dec 14, 2017

Jay is cruising to a new night this January. Beginning Thursday, January 4th at 10PM ET/PT, CNBC's JAY LENO'S GARAGE returns with more blood-pumping automotive thrills.

VIDEO: Pasek & Paul to Team with Menken on Live-Action ALADDIN; Miranda Confirmed for LITTLE MERMAID
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 17, 2017

At the D23 Expo held over the weekend in Anaheim, CA, famed composer Alan Menken confirmed reports that Tony winner Lin Manuel Miranda will be joining him on Disney's highly anticipated live-action THE LITTLE MERMAID remake.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Alan Thicke Returns for Season 2 of Pop's Reality Sitcom UNUSUALLY THICKE
by - Sep 7, 2016

Alan Thicke and his family blur the lines of reality television and sitcom on season two of UNUSUALLY THICKE returning on Pop Wednesday, Sept. 21, at 9:00 PM, ET/PT.

VIDEO: First Look - Adam Carolla, Gilbert Gottfried Documentary CAN WE TAKE A JOKE?
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 5, 2016

Below, check out the first official trailer for the Adam Carolla, Gilbert Gottfried Documentary CAN WE TAKE A JOKE?

Prepare for The Ensemblist's 5/22 Live Show with Greene, Krupin, Lyons, Some of Broadway's Best Singer/Songwriters
by Matt Tamanini - May 15, 2016

On Sunday, May 22nd at 8:15pm, 'The Ensemblist' podcast will be hosting a live show as part of the 2016 NYC Podfest. The only podcast that shows you Broadway from the inside out, will be featuring three Broadway singer-songwriters John Arthur Greene, Janet Krupin, and Douglas Lyons.

VIDEO: Gilbert Gottfried Recalls Being Fired by Donald Trump on 'Celebrity Apprentice'
by Caryn Robbins - May 5, 2016

Gilbert Gottfried stopped by last night's LATE NIGHT to talk about his 'amazing colossal Podcast' which is now past 100 episodes.

VIDEO: ALADDIN's Jonathan Freeman, Alan Menken & More Reunite on 'The View'
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 14, 2015

On yesterday's THE VIEW on ABC, cast members from Disney's ALADDIN reunited to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the animated film.


Gilbert Gottfried Frequently Asked Questions

How many Broadway shows has Gilbert Gottfried been in?
Gilbert Gottfried has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Gilbert Gottfried been in?
Gilbert Gottfried has not appeared in the West End

How many shows has Gilbert Gottfried written?
Gilbert Gottfried has written 1 shows including The Diet Show (Co-writer).