The role of humorist has been to entertain people for many years. Their role has enabled them to impact others by discussing sensitive topics with the slightest impact on whomever it may have concerned. Comedians contribute to society in various ways, the jokes they present to the world does not only cause laughter but can also prove points. express ideas, and opinions. Religion, politics, personal issues- these are the topics that we have been taught to never talk about despite the extremity to which the topic affects people’s’ everyday lives. Humorist can take a delicate matter and shift the tone of the subject. This can affect society and the audience: “Society allows a humorist to say things that other people cannot or will not say”.
