His ' seven dirty words' routine was central to the 1978 United States Supreme Court case F.C.C. He was known for his dark comedy and reflections on politics, the English language, psychology, religion, and taboo subjects.
Regarded as one of the most important and influential stand-up comedians of all time, he was dubbed 'the dean of counterculture comedians'. George Denis Patrick Carlin (– June 22, 2008) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, author, and social critic.
