René Hicks (born June 28, 1956) is an

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and

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. She has appeared on Comedy Central's ''

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'' and in numerous college shows. She was twice named

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Comedy Entertainer of the Year, in 1995 and 1997. Hicks is also a former

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and former college athlete. Her

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credits include guest appearances on '' Hangin' with Mr. Cooper'' and ''

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''.

Television

* ''Stand-Up Spotlight'' (TV Series documentary) (1988) * ''

'' (TV Series) (1989) * ''1/2 Hour Comedy Hour'' (TV Series) (1990) * '' Hangin' with Mr. Cooper'' (TV Series) (1994) * ''Best of Comedy Live'' (TV Movie) (1995) * ''The Daily Show'' (TV Series) (1998) * ''Renee Hicks'' (1998) * ''Comedy Central Presents'' (TV Series documentary) (2000) * ''Rene Hicks (2000)'' (2000) * ''The World Comedy Tour: Melbourne 2002'' (TV Special) (2002) * ''Coming Out Party'' (Video) (2003) * ''Out on the Edge'' (TV Special documentary) (2004) * ''Laughing Matters... More!'' (Documentary) (2006)

Filmography

* ''

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'' (1994) * ''Coming Out Party'' (2003) * ''Out on the Edge'' (2004)

External links

René Hicks' Website
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