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There are not many entertainers that have enjoyed the longevity of the comedic duo Cheech and Chong. At the top of their popularity, Cheech and Chong put the lifestyles and attitudes of the drug counterculture on full display for mainstream America. What would later become what is perhaps the most accomplished comedic duo in history began to shape itself in the late 1960s when Tommy Chong started an improv troupe that went by the name City Works. Richard 'Cheech' Marin would later become a member of the group. Cheech and Chong began to perform a live musical comedy act at local venues. The music part of the act did not last long once the duo saw how much the crowd loved the comedy portion of the performances. A series of successful comedy albums in the 1970s led to the 1978 feature film
Up in Smoke
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Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong met in the 1960s while both were living in Vancouver, British Columbia. Chong was a Canadian citizen and Cheech was in the country to avoid the Vietnam draft. The duo has entertained countless fans over their half-century in the business with live performances and studio albums. Cheech and Chong also produced a string of hit movies in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Their first movie,
Up in Smoke
, achieved impressive box office sales despite a minimal budget. The success of the movie led to two sequels being released.
Cheech and Chong's Next Movie
entertained movie-goers in 1980. A year later, the duo thrilled crowds with the release of
Nice Dreams
. The movie hits continued with
Thing are Tough All Over
and
Still Smokin
, released in 1982 and 1983 respectively. The duo separated in the 1980s and both Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong concentrated on solo careers. The duo reunited for a comedy tour in 2008 and has entertained live audiences together since this time.
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Cheech and Chong are still active stand-up performers 50 years after their first show together. The duo can be seen at the
Fox Tuscon Theater
in Phoenix, Arizona as well as the
Silver Legacy Casino
in Reno, Nevada in November. The duo also has November shows scheduled in Chandler, Arizona, and Deadwood, South Dakota.
''Cheech and Chong are long-time industry professionals who are sure to give ticket buyers their money's worth. The duo typically performs for a little over an hour and a half, and there are no dull moments. A Cheech and Chong show will include costume character sketches and song parodies from the duo. You will spend about two hours at a Cheech and Chong show if you arrive early enough to catch the opening act.'
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Many popular comedians over the last 40 years readily attest to the influence Cheech and Chong have had on their own careers.
George Lopez
and
Chris Rock
are two of these comedians who have enjoyed time on the stage with the iconic duo. Shelby Chong, Tommy Chong's wife, is a comedian who often opens for the duo.
''Cheech and Chong have been well-recognized for the contributions they have made to the comedy industry. The duo received Grammy nominations for four consecutive years from 1972 to 1975. Additionally, Cheech Marin earned an Outstanding Career Achievement Award from the ALMA.'
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Cheech and Chong have recorded a number of singles and albums for fans to enjoy at home. Popular albums include the self-titled
Cheech and Chong
in 1971 and
Cheech and Chong's Greatest Hits
.
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