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Article: Jimmy 'J.J.' Walker headlines JAZZ POETRY SLAM
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- The New York Beacon
- Article date:
- April 13, 2005
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New York Beacon, The
04-13-2005
The Laugh Factory Times Square presents 70's comedic icon Jimmy "J.J."
Walker April 14-16th, The stand up comedian became a part of America's
comedic consciousness via the seminal Norman Lear produced sitcom "Good
Times'". Walker's catchphrase "dyn-o-mite" influenced an entire generation
of television viewers. Walker's "cool" character, "James 'J.J.' Evans,
Jr.", was the original urban kid from the PJs (projects). With a career
that has spanned over 30 years, his unique perspective has been formed by
observing cultural shifts in Hollywood and America's cultural landscape.
With more than 100 appearances on films and television he has remained a
relevant part of and a ...