'D.L. Hughley: Contrarian' review: Hughley tackles racial disparity, police brutality and other hot-button issues with panache
D.L. Hughley may be best known as the original host of BET's 'ComicView' between 1992 and 1993 and as the eponymous character of ABC/UPN sitcom 'The Hughleys',' but the 55-year-old has carved for himself a niche in the stand-up comedy scene. His latest Netflix special, 'Contrarian' sees the star riff on hot-button political issues, celebrity scandals, racism, and a plethora of other subjects in his inimitable, rapid-fire style.
Taped at the Merriam Theater in Philadelphia, Hughley's eclectic sense of humor is on grand display in the show, showcasing why he earned a stint on 'The Jay Leno Show,' as well as his own news-show at CNN: 'D.L. Hughley Breaks the News'. The latter saw the multifaceted artist share his take on global happenings in politics, entertainment, sports, and popular culture. 'Contrarian' was more of the same, but with an added zest that had the Philly audience in splits all through.