Uplifting Humor Is the Sweet Spot for Family-Friendly Comedian Tim Hawkins

The father, grandfather, and former truck driver built his career poking fun at the things in his world that he finds funny—all the while keeping it clean.
Uplifting Humor Is the Sweet Spot for Family-Friendly Comedian Tim Hawkins
Tim Hawkins at the Franklin Theater, in Franklin, Tennessee, Nov. 2023. Courtesy of Diego Brawn with Velasco Visuals
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From the time he was a little kid growing up in St. Charles, Missouri, Tim Hakwins understood the importance of levity.

“One of the best things of my life was watching ‘The Johnny Carson Show’ in the family room with dad and just us laughing together,” Hawkins told The Epoch Times in a recent interview.

Gayle Jo Carter
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Gayle Jo Carter, a former entertainment editor at USA WEEKEND, has interviewed high-profile newsmakers for numerous publications including USA TODAY, AARP.org, Survivornet.com, Washington Jewish Week, and Parade.