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George Carlin, Counterculture Comedian, Dies at 71
Carlin had a history of heart trouble. He previously suffered a heart attack.
Carlin’s “Seven Words” routine in 1978 sparked controversy and court battles. In the routine the counterculture icon made explicit comments on sex and drugs. The lawsuit was taken all the way to the Supreme Court and it was ruled indecent.
Carlin refused to stop performing “Seven Words” and was arrested several times. He wrote the bestselling book ‘Brain Droppings’ and last November he was set to receive the
He is survived by his wife Sally Wade and daughter Kelly Carlin McCall.
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