This Day in Comedy: May 21

Featured Comedians

**May 21 in Comedy History:** 🎂 **Al Franken's Birthday (Born 1951)** Al Franken was born in New York City. He became one of *Saturday Night Live*'s most important writers and performers during the show's early years, creating characters like Stuart Smalley and co-writing many of the show's most memorable sketches before transitioning to political satire and later the U.S. Senate. 🎂 **Peggy Cass's Birthday (Born 1924)** Peggy Cass was born in Boston, Massachusetts. The Tony-nominated actress became a beloved panelist on the game show *To Tell the Truth* for over a decade, known for her quick wit and warm personality that made her a television comedy fixture.