
One year after her DUI arrest, Emmy-winning comedian Tiffany Haddish returns to the Laugh Factory for a performance and uses humor to address her past legal troubles.
- Nov 30, 2024
AceShowbiz - Tiffany Haddish made a triumphant return to the world-famous Laugh Factory on Thanksgiving, one year after her arrest for a suspected DUI following her performance at the same venue. With her signature wit, the 44-year-old comedian did not shy away from addressing her brush with the law.
"I'm so happy to see all of y'all," Haddish told the audience on Thursday, November 28. "I'm not in jail today, and I will not be tomorrow. But, I mean, if you're gonna go to jail, Beverly Hills is the best place to go."
Haddish joked about her previous experience with the Beverly Hills police, remarking, "We've all been in jails a few times. Like, I've been in a long jail center. Let me tell you, it's nothing like the Beverly Hills police."
Haddish's arrest occurred in November 2022, hours after she performed at the Laugh Factory's annual Thanksgiving feast, an event that provides meals and entertainment for the community. Following her arrest, she pledged to seek help and expressed gratitude for the professionalism of the police.
In February, Haddish accepted a plea deal and pleaded reckless driving, resulting in the dismissal of two misdemeanor DUI charges. "Ms. Haddish has agreed to a simple vehicle code violation – not driving under the influence, which has been dismissed -- and looks forward to this being behind her," her attorney Alex Spiro told Rolling Stone.
Haddish's return to the Laugh Factory showcased her resilience and ability to find humor in her challenges. She remains determined to overcome her personal struggles and continues to entertain audiences with her unique perspective and comedic brilliance.