TV Show Host

Joan Rivers

Joan Rivers was a famous American comedian, actress and television host known for her sharp wit and criticism of celebrities.

Full Name
Joan Alexandra Molinsky
Age
81
Birth Date
June 8, 1933
Death Date
9/4/2014
Life Range
(1933-2014)
Zodiac
Gemini
Height
5' 2"

Joan Rivers was an American television personality, comedian, and actress. She was notable for her cutting wit and sassy comedy on-screen, and for her work as a talk show host and celebrity fashion critic. Rivers was also known for her frequent appearances on The Tonight Show and was the first female to host her own late-night talk show.

Joan Rivers Timeline

1933
Joan Rivers is Born
On June 8, 1933, Joan Rivers was born in Brooklyn, New York.
1960
Rivers Begins Stand-up Comedy Career
Rivers begins performing stand up comedy at various clubs in New York City.
1965
Debut on The Tonight Show
Makes her debut on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and quickly becomes a frequent guest.
1986
The Late Show with Joan Rivers Premieres
Premieres the Fox late-night show The Late Show with Joan Rivers which runs for one season.
1989
Leaves The Tonight Show
Joan leaves The Tonight Show after a dispute with NBC over her own talk show.
1990
The Joan Rivers Show Premieres
Premieres her syndicated talk show The Joan Rivers Show which runs for five seasons.
2014
Joan Rivers Passes Away
On September 4, 2014, Joan Rivers passes away at the age of 81 due to complications from surgery.

5 Interesting Facts about Joan Rivers

1.

First Female Host of a Late Night Talk Show

Joan Rivers was the first female host of a late night talk show when she took over The Late Show in 1986.

2.

Tony Award Nominee

Joan Rivers was nominated for a Tony Award for her one-woman show, “Sally Marr…and Her Escorts”.

3.

Wrote 11 Books

Joan Rivers wrote 11 books, with her first book being “Enter Talking” in 1983. Her last book was “Diary of a Mad Diva” published in 2014.

4.

Emmy Award Winner

Joan Rivers won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host for her show “The Joan Rivers Show” in 1990.

5.

Grammy Nominated Artist

Joan Rivers was also a Grammy nominated artist for her comedy album, “What Becomes a Semi-Legend Most?” in 1984.

When is Joan Rivers birthday?

Joan Rivers was an American television show host and stand-up comedian born onJune 8, 1933. She was 81 years old when she passed away on September 4, 2014. She was well known for her sharp wit, and her no-holds-barred approach to comedy and hosting. Her 1976 panic attack on The Tonight Show stands as one of comedy's most iconic moments.

What is the Net Worth of Joan Rivers?

Joan Rivers had an estimated net worth of $150M when she passed away in 2014. She was best known for her work as a comedian, author, television host, and businesswoman. Her wealth was generated from a variety of sources, including her stand up comedy, TV shows, and books. She also had her own fashion line, jewelry collection, and skin care products.