Bill Cosby

One of America's most beloved comedians of all time, Bill Cosby has captivated generations of fans with his comedy routines, iconic albums and best-selling books such as "Fatherhood." His comedy transcends age, gender and cultural barriers. Cosby broke television's racial barrier with "I Spy," becoming the first African-American to costar on a television series while winning three consecutive Emmys. Perhaps Cosby's greatest contribution to American entertainment and culture is "The Cosby Show," which dominated the No. 1 spot for years and earned nearly unanimous critical praise. Cosby has received the Kennedy Center Honors, the Presidential Medal of Freedom (America's highest civilian honor), the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and the Marian Anderson Award. Part of our Performing Arts Series.