“Sorry/Not Sorry,” a documentary about Louis CK’s cancellation and return to comedy, has been released. However, since the comedian has been absent for some time, many fans are wondering if he is suffering from an illness.
Key Takeaways
- Louis C.K.’s documentary “Sorry/Not Sorry” addresses his cancellation and return to comedy after sexual misconduct allegations in 2017.
- Contrary to speculations, Louis C.K. is in good health and is not suffering from any illness.
- He is currently taking a break from touring and podcasts, focusing on promoting his past works on social media and his website.
In 2017, Louis CK was accused of sexual misconduct by a bunch of women, as reported by the New York Times, to which CK admitted and apologized.
As a result, the comedian received a vicious backlash and was dropped by Netflix, HBO, FX, his manager, and his publicist.
Moreover, he lost upward of $35 million in lost revenue.
Nonetheless, Louis quickly made a comeback. In 2022, he won his third Grammy Award for “Sincerely Louis C.K.”
He also enjoyed success in stand-up tours and as the director and writer of the movie Fourth of July.
Louis CK Doesn’t Have Health Trouble But Is Taking A Break
Despite much speculation, Louis CK is completely healthy and free from any illness or disease.
Right now, he is not touring or doing podcasts; he is most probably staying at home and spending time with his family.
Despite his break from touring and podcasts, Louis CK is actively promoting his past stand-ups, films, and series on social media, all of which can be found on his website, louisck.com.
His last and 10th standup was the “Louis C.K. at the Dolby,” released on April 4, 2023, and filmed in Hollywood at the Dolby Theatre.
Before that, CK performed at the Madison Square Garden in New York City on January 28, 2023, and live-streamed the show.
During his appearance on “The Joe Rogan Experience” in January 2023, he said,
“I’m about to end this tour, and then I’m gonna take a year off, I think [100% off]; yeah, no stage anywhere”
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Therefore, Louis CK is simply following through on his previously stated plans, and his absence is not due to any health issues.
He has clearly stated that he will be taking a break after his tour and has no plans to make any stage appearances for the next year.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Before doing comedy, Louis CK worked as an auto mechanic and cook at a public access TV cable station.
- He married artist Alix Bailey in 1995, but they divorced in 2008 after having two daughters.
- Although he was raised as a Catholic, he identifies himself as agnostic.
