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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>

<p>Joan Rivers, born <a href="/biography/joan-rivers">Joan Alexandra Molinsky</a> on June 8, 1933, in Brooklyn, New York, was an American comedian, actress, writer, producer, and television host known for her bold comedic style and trailblazing presence in entertainment. She was the <a href="/biography/joan-rivers">daughter</a> of Russian-Jewish immigrants and showed an early interest in the performing arts. She attended the Brooklyn Ethical Culture School and the Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn, where she served as vice president of the dramatic club.</p>

<p>Rivers began her college education at Connecticut College but later transferred to Barnard College. She graduated summa cum laude with a degree in English literature and anthropology, laying a foundation for the sharp wit and intellectual edge that would define her comedic voice.</p>

<h2>Stand-Up Comedy Breakthrough</h2>

<p>Joan Rivers's breakthrough came in 1965 with her appearance on <i>The Tonight Show</i> with Johnny Carson. Her performance resonated strongly with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Carson">Carson</a>, who became both a mentor and a friend. Her frequent guest appearances on <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Carson">Carson</a>’s show significantly boosted her visibility and reputation in the comedy world. Notably, she later became the first woman to host a late-night network television talk show, shattering long-standing gender barriers in television broadcasting.</p>

<h2>Comedic Style and Influence</h2>

<p>Rivers was known for her self-deprecating humor, rapid-fire delivery, and fearless commentary on celebrities, aging, and societal norms. Though her style was often described as abrasive, it was also groundbreaking. Over the years, she weathered criticism and even death threats for her unapologetic jokes. Despite the controversy, Rivers remained undeterred, and her legacy has influenced generations of female comedians, including <a href="/biography/roseanne-barr">Roseanne Barr</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ellen_DeGeneres">Ellen DeGeneres</a>, and <a href="/biography/chelsea-handler">Chelsea Handler</a>.</p>

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<h2>Personal Life and Family</h2>

<p>In 1955, Joan Rivers married James Sanger, but the marriage was annulled just months later when she learned that he did not want children. A decade later, in 1965, she married <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edgar_Rosenberg">producer</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edgar_Rosenberg">Edgar Rosenberg</a>. Together, they had one <a href="/biography/melissa-rivers">daughter</a>, <a href="/biography/melissa-rivers">Melissa Rivers</a>, born in 1968. <a href="/biography/melissa-rivers">Melissa</a> would go on to work alongside her mother in television, particularly in fashion commentary and reality programming.</p>

<h2>Legacy</h2>

<p>Throughout her decades-long career, Joan Rivers remained a pioneering figure in American entertainment. Her contributions as a comedian and television personality helped reshape the expectations for women in comedy. Her perseverance and remarkable adaptability across stand-up, television, books, and fashion commentary established her as a true icon in the entertainment industry.</p>

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