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Russell Simmons Presents The Ruckus

Russell Simmons Presents The Ruckus

Description: Russell Simmons' name is in the title -- he's an executive producer -- but it's JB Smoove who is front and center as host of this stand-up showcase, which features a roster of rising comics and veteran stars doing their thing. Smoove gets into the act as well with new material, and JB (real name: Jerry Brooks) also gives viewers an added bonus by performing in pre-taped sketches woven into each episode.
Genre: TV program
Cast: J. B. Smoove

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