Controversial comedian to headline Netflix is a Joke festival years after abuse allegations

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3 Apr 2026 • 4:32 AM MYT
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  • Louis CK is scheduled to return to Netflix this summer with his special "Ridiculous," marking his first performance hosted by a major distributor since 2017.
  • The comedian will headline the Hollywood Bowl on May 5 as part of the Netflix Is a Joke Festival.
  • This return is set nine years after his career was significantly impacted by high-profile sexual misconduct allegations in 2017, which he later admitted were true.
  • Following the allegations, HBO severed ties with C.K. and his film "I Love You, Daddy" was canceled, leading him to release his last four specials independently.
  • C.K. recently shared that he felt "free" after the allegations surfaced, viewing the disruption to his career as a "beautiful thing" and crediting Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous for assistance.

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