Louis C.K. headlines Netflix Is a Joke festival after misconduct

10 articles · Updated · Hollywood Reporter · May 8

Nine years after admitting sexual misconduct, he thanked Netflix at the Hollywood Bowl on Tuesday and is set to have a special on the service this summer.
Netflix stand-up chief Robbie Praw said the decision reflected audience demand, strong global ticket sales and what he called a great current special.
C.K. had already rebuilt momentum with acclaimed post-pandemic stand-up, winning a Grammy in 2022 and selling out Madison Square Garden in 2023.

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