Comedy Quote by Michael Che
“Some things hit close to home with people, and it's going to be hard to tell someone who lost somebody on 9/11 that a 9/11 joke is funny.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up comedy routine, 2018
Jokes about tragedy can be deeply offensive, especially to those directly affected.
In simple terms: Tragedy jokes hurt those who suffered.
Avoid jokes about recent tragedies.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- funeral speeches
- memorial events
- online comments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is humor appropriate?
- How can we support grieving friends?
Humor can sometimes help healing if used carefully.