In 1972, comedian George Carlin delivered one of the most iconic bits in stand-up history: “Seven Dirty Words You Can’t Say on Television.” It was a profanity-laced masterclass in satire, pointing out ...

Comedians argue for more curses on TV; critics say it won't happen anytime soon. June 24, 2008 — -- You won't hear the seven dirty words come out of George Carlin's mouth again, and it's doubtful ...

In 1972, a young comedian developed a 12-minute monologue that propelled him to fame. George Carlin’s “7 Words you can’t say on television” became an overnight sensation. In a time before cell phones, ...

George Carlin's "Seven Words You Can Never Say on Television" was so far ahead of its time -- or maybe just so plain profane -- in 1972 that you still can't utter the Big Seven on prime-time broadcast ...