Jeff Dunham’s Christmas special sets Comedy Central record
Jeff Dunham and his “Suitcase Posse” of puppet pals set a record with the Nov. 16 premiere of his “A Very Special Christmas Special” on Comedy Central. The debut of the comedy special drew 6.6 million viewers- the highest ratings ever on the channel, according to a news release.
Dunham’s holiday special earned a 4.2 Nielsen rating in its 9 p.m. debut, and in its 10 p.m. repeat won more than 60 percent of the viewers with a 2.6 share, drawing respective shares of 3.3 and 2.0 in the key Persons 18-49, Men 18-34 and Men 18-24 demographics and making it the No. 1 basic cable telecast in both ratings and delivery among total viewers.
The replay of Dunham’s previous Comedy Central special “Spark of Insanity” that preceded the Christmas show’s premiere also earned a 2.5 share.
Dunham also leapt into the Top 10 of the Top Independent Albums chart with his debut album, “Don’t Come Home For Christmas.” On iTunes, the CD entered the Comedy Album Chart at No. 1 and has held that position ever since. “Jingle Bombs” by Achmed the Dead Terrorist, one of Dunham’s most popular characters, tops the iTunes Comedy Singles Chart as well.
“A Very Special Christmas Special” topped Amazon.com’s comedy DVD sales and hit No. 2 on the overall DVD sales chart the week it aired on Comedy Central. Dunham continues his string of sold-out shows on his current North American tour (dates below), which is expected to gross $25 million.
I’ll be bringing you a DVD review of Dunham’s “A Very Special Christmas Special” later this week, so keep an eye out for that.
-BAM
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your the best jeff! I Love you!!!!!