Budd Friedman opened the Improv in Manhattan in 1963 and the Hollywood staple on Melrose in 1974. The comedy club pioneer died in Los Angeles Saturday.
Budd Friedman, the founder of The Improv, died Saturday at the age of 90. Adam Sandler was one of many celebrities to pay tribute to the legend.shared a clip of Friedman while discussing how he"changed the world" with his vision of bringing people together through comedy.
Budd's comedy days began after opening the Manhattan location for Broadway performers to hang out following shows. "I was lost and found by this man who was a veritable kingmaker for many young comedians at his famed Improv," Lewis tweeted."In many ways he was a lifesaver. I loved him and his family. RIP pal."George Wallace shared a picture with Friedman and wrote,"We all get the light someday. Thank you for everything, Budd Friedman. They're clearing the aisle for you at that big Improv in the sky.
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