Two Great Comedians Tyler Perry and Steve Harvey are two iconic comedians that have soared to great heights in the world of comedy. They are comedians, singers, authors and have appeared on stage and television. These two men have one thing in common; they love to make people laugh. Both of these comedians have struggled in order to find their true calling in life. Steve Harvey lost all his money because of past mistakes and slept in his car for two years. The same can be said for Tyler Perry who took all his money and made a bad investment which left him penniless and he also had to sleep in his car. These two men had the courage to bounce back after living homeless, sleeping in their cars, and have now become world- renowned icons in the comedy world. Tyler Perry is a better comedian than Steve Harvey because Tyler Perry does not use profanity and his style of comedy is acceptable to all ages. During a performance on television Steve Harvey was preparing to come onto the stage. The room was dark, full of cigarette smoke, people drinking, looking around at each other. Suddenly a light shined on the stage. Displayed was a big flashy sign with his signature in bright colors. The master of ceremonies ran out on the stage and yells “Ladies and gentlemen, put ya hands together and show ya love for Steveeeeee Harvaaaaaaay”. Harvey walked out on the stage and immediately began to start talking about some” crazy fool” who cut him off on the freeway, calling him names, and talking about his mother. He started telling jokes about people in reference to their gender, race and making sexual references. This is his typical comedy style. Steve Harvey is now active in the radio scene and he works with Judge Mathis. He has a morning show and sometimes has to limit his vocabulary because of his audience. While working with Judge Mathis he can be found using his comedy to diffuse or escalate situations from the callers. He considers himself to have a third eye which allows him to see things differently. His audience consists of people who prefer his style of comedy that refers to profane, sexually explicit, or gender specific comedy, and it is not considered offensive to them. They like comedians that use curse words and profanity, and make fun of their audience. They think it makes the act funnier. The idea that comedians can say whatever they want to about anything and anyone attracts some people. If you are in the mood for comedy that uses profanity, plenty of physical sexual gestures, and goes beyond the clean cut quotes, then Mr. Harvey is the man to see. He will make you squeal in your seat and laugh aloud. Yes, you heard right, Mr. Harvey refuses to censor himself in his style of comedy. His jokes and outrageous gestures will leave you wondering if you should have come to his show in the first place, but you will be glad you did. In Tyler Perry’s plays and movies he portrays a character named Madea. She is loud, outspoken, and hilarious. She speaks whatever is on her mind in a way that will cause you to laugh. Madea is well known throughout the nation. She is also featured in Perry’s sitcoms: Meet the Browns, House of Payne, and For Better or Worse. He also has produced many plays and movies featuring Madea. Millions of people watch and enjoy the daily sitcoms, plays, and movies. Madea can be found wherever there is trouble; fighting or when you need someone to listen to your problems. Although she is considered crazy she does have a sensitive side to her character. She counsels women, children, and anyone who needs her help. She opens her home to those in need of shelter, and food. Madea has been arrested several times but was released early for good behavior while serving her jail sentence. She has strict morals values on love, life and family. When you are ready to laugh until you cry, and talk back to the television or movie screen, be sure to watch Madea in action. This will be an experience you will not soon forget. Madea represents Perry’s concern for people in different life situations that need help. Perry’s comedy is directed toward people facing life’s difficult situations and hardships in families. In his movies and plays he addresses the subjects of rape, incest, drug abuse, and marriage problems. He addresses these problems by suggesting solutions in his movies and the different characters he portrays. His light hearted style of comedy appeals to Christians because there is an absence of vulgarity in his comedy. His movies portrays people who take the time out of their lives to assist people facing real life crisis, and turns it into light hearted comedy while addressing the problem. Perry and Harvey both have different approaches to comedy, while Perry’s style of comedy projects family values, real life situations and possible solutions, his focus is toward experiencing genuine humanitarian. Perry is a better comedian that Harvey because his style of comedy is more appealing to all age groups, and it is suitable for all ages. Harvey comedy on the other hand is directed toward mature audiences and people not easily offended when profanity, sexual, gender orientated, and racial jokes are presented. In conclusion, you will find that both Steve Harvey and Tyler Perry both have a unique style of comedy that separates them from other comedians, and even though they had to face many challenges, burdens, and struggles they have found the courage to find their true calling in life and bring the joy of laughter into many homes each week.