How To Contact Dave Chappelle…

Email Dave Chappelle care/of his agent, manager, or publicist.

Meet Dave Chappelle at one of his movie/TV show premieres, book signings, live events, meet-and-greets, product launches, or bidding on a charity auction.

To get Dave Chappelle’s autograph, send a fan letter with a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

Dave Chappelle
c/o Corey Smyth
Blacksmith Management
45 Rockefeller Plz. Fl. 20
New York, NY 10111

Dave Chappelle’s talent agency is:

Rick Greenstein
c/o Gersh Agency
9465 Wilshire Blvd. #600
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Dave Chappelle’s management is:

Corey Smyth
c/o Blacksmith Management
45 Rockefeller Plz. Fl. 20
New York, NY 10111

Dave Chappelle’s publicist is:

Carla Sims
c/o Carla Sims PR
P.O. Box 75043
Washington DC, 20013

Dave Chappelle is connected to Bill Burr through comedy, with Chappelle providing Burr with advice early in his career and Burr considering Chappelle a big brother figure in the industry.

Dave Chappelle occasionally references Bill Gates in his comedy about wealth and philanthropy. Both have conversed about social issues and technology’s impact on society.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Beyoncé through his commentary on her fame and financial power. He often discusses the influence and wealth she commands in the entertainment industry.

Chris Rock joined Dave Chappelle on stage after being attacked during a performance, humorously referencing the infamous Oscars slap incident involving Rock and Will Smith.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Chris Tucker through stand-up comedy and film. Both comedians co-starred in the 1997 film “Def Jam’s How to Be a Player,” although they did not share scenes.

Dave Chappelle humorously addressed Diddy’s alleged sex parties during his Saturday Night Live monologue, claiming he was never invited because he wasn’t “good-looking enough” for them.

Dave Chappelle addressed Donald Trump in a 2025 SNL opening monologue. He urged Trump to “remember your humanity” and “do better” as he returns to the White House.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Elon Musk through an incident in December 2022. During a comedy show in San Francisco, Chappelle invited Musk on stage, but Musk was booed off.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Eddie Murphy as a comedy legend. Chappelle often cites Murphy as an important influence and inspiration for his work and wants him to return to the stage.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Greg Kinnear through You’ve Got Mail. Chappelle plays Kevin Jackson, Hanks’ best friend, and Kinnear plays Frank Navasky, Meg Ryan’s boyfriend.

Dave Chappelle criticized Katt Williams for disparaging other Black comedians during a podcast, while Williams said he admires Chappelle’s comedic talent and integrity.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Kim Kardashian by supporting her then-husband, Kanye West, during his challenges. He even flew to Wyoming to visit him while Kardashian was trying to help.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Louis C.K. through stand-up comedy. They are prominent and influential comedians who performed together and appeared on each other’s shows.

Dave Chappelle and Martin Lawrence co-starred in the movie Blue Streak. Lawrence played Miles Logan, a jewel thief, while Chappelle played Tulley, Logan’s former accomplice.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Meg Ryan through the 1998 film You’ve Got Mail. Chappelle plays Kevin Jackson, Hanks’s best friend and Kathleen Kelly’s romantic interest.

Matt Rife, who idolized Dave Chappelle growing up, has since performed alongside him and received advice, including guidance that saved him significant legal fees.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Oprah Winfrey through his 2006 appearance on her show, where he discussed his decision to walk away from a $50 million contract with Comedy Central.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Parker Posey through You’ve Got Mail. Chappelle played Kevin Jackson, the best friend of Tom Hanks‘ character Joe Fox, and Posey played Patricia Eden.

Dave Chappelle and Ricky Gervais are influential comedians who created and starred in successful TV shows—Chappelle with “Chappelle’s Show” and Gervais with “The Office.”

Dave Chappelle introduced Snoop Dogg at the Cincinnati Music Festival in July 2023.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Tom Hanks through the 1998 film You’ve Got Mail. Chappelle played Kevin Jackson, the best friend of Hanks’ character, Joe Fox.

Dave Chappelle has criticized Tyler Perry’s influence and practices regarding how he treats Black entertainers while acknowledging the challenges and pressures artists like himself face.

Whoopi Goldberg named Dave Chappelle “The Kid” and gave him one of his first breaks by offering him a chance to appear on Comic Relief VI in 1994.

Dave Chappelle is connected to Will Smith through the infamous Oscars slap incident. He attended a private screening of Smith’s film and tried to broker peace between Smith and Rock.

Dave Chappelle is a critically acclaimed American comedian, actor, and writer known for his sharp wit, insightful social commentary, and fearless approach to controversial topics. He rose to fame with “Chappelle’s Show,” a sketch comedy series that became a cultural phenomenon in the early 2000s. Chappelle is celebrated for his stand-up specials, where he addresses race, politics, and societal issues with humor and depth. Over the years, he earned numerous accolades, including multiple Emmy and Grammy Awards, cementing his place as one of the most influential comedians of his generation.