![]() Liberia, Kosovo and Afghanistan all taught me amazing lessons about myself and life in general.įairfax, Va.: I love the segments where you and other Daily Show minions do the interviews on the street. The military however did help me gain the independence and fortitude that it takes to try show business. So, I'm not sure I would say it was anything the military had an influence over. I have been a fan of comedy my whole life. Mamba Point: Which of your military experiences was most influential in your decision to go into comedy? Having lived in Liberia, I would think that would have to be a strong contender. ![]() I just have no idea when I'll be back in NYC.įairfax, Va.: This isn't to ask a question, but just to thank you for bringing a different (i.e., "hulking") tone/energy to "The Daily Show" than most of the correspondents, and that I think far and away your best moment was when you interviewed Code Pink in Berkeley when there was a movement to get rid of the Marine recruitment station, and in response to Code Pink members going on and on about free speech, you said, "If only there was an organization that was sworn to defend that free speech." Brilliant. Absolutely, before I left I spoke with Jon quite a bit and he said that anytime I'm back in town to let him know and we would work a bit to do on the show. Raleigh, N.C.: Rob, you are so missed on "The Daily Show." Any chance of one-time appearances? Please? Rob Riggle: False! No discussion necessary. 2/2, 3/8, 24th MEU SOC, 2nd MAW, CENTCOM, MTU-17, HQPA, 3rd Bat., 5th Special Forces Group.Īnnapolis, Md.: True or False - the only good Marine is a submarine? Please discuss. I usually get attached to Command Elements as a PAO, so I've served with several different units throughout my career. First, I had to fulfill my ground contract and that's what I did as a Public Affairs officer. I started out flying for the Marines, but then left flight school because I wanted to pursue comedy. I served 9 years on active duty and 10 years in the reserves. Rob Riggle: This sounds like a member of our armed forces. What is your general responsibility/MOS and what unit(s) were you with? Washington, D.C.: In all your appearances I've never heard you say specifically what division you served in. I learned how much fun it is to play "arrogant ignorance." Meaning I love to play an authority figure who is total wrong or missing the point, but is absolutely convinced that he's right on track! I think the news could always do better, however they're doing okay. With regard to my military experience and comedy. Having served in Afghanistan, I understand how difficult the mission can be. Rob Riggle: Well, my military service definitely helped me understand what the military was up against in Iraq and what they were trying to accomplish. TV news coverage of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan? Thank you. Two questions: (1) How has your military experience shaped your fake journalism and comedy and (2) What do you think of U.S. In your "Daily Show" incarnation, you went to Iraq. TV news journalists today are life-long civilians they have never served in a military service. Riggle will perform in Washington, D.C., 8 p.m. He's also appeared on "Saturday Night Live" and MTV's "Human Giant." A former marine, Riggle served in Kosovo, Liberia and Afghanistan. Riggle spent two seasons on "The Daily Show," where he reported from Iraq and from the Beijing Olympics. 18 at 2 ET to take your questions about the show, his life and his career. Listen to Riggle discuss balancing his dreams of comedy with his role as a Marine in the YouTube video below.Former "Daily Show" correspondent Rob Riggle was online Wednesday, Feb. I’ll be proud of that as long as I’m alive”. Summing up how he feels about his service, Riggle said “I earned the title Marine, no one gave it to me. In addition to starring in ‘The Daily Show’, Riggle has made appearances in movies, such as ‘21 Jump Street’, and ‘Step Brothers’, and had a role in ‘New Girl’. His military experience has been an influence in his comedy and he’s told reporters he loves to play the role of “arrogant ignorance” in his fake reporting. He became a cast member of ‘The Daily Show’ in 2006 and is best known for his sketches on the show. He’s said of his service, “it made me mentally tough, which is what you have to be in show business. ![]() When it came to making it as a comedian, Riggle credits the Marines for helping on the path to success. Semper Fi! #hopemycalfmuscleholdsup #ChicagoMarathon post shared by Rob Riggle on at 10:49am PDT Breaking into Comedy #TBT Many years ago in a far off land…Now I'm running #M圜hicagoMarathon on behalf of and the veterans it serves. ![]()
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