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Tremendous: The Life of a Comedy Savage
Outsider. Misfit. Criminal. Convict. . . . Movie star. Family man. Comedy legend.
Joey Diaz has been called every name in the book (and then some). Now, for the first time, he shares the story of his unlikely rise to fame in his own words-with no punches pulled.
Today, he stars in hit films, headlines sold-out tours, hosts the popular Uncle Joey's Joint podcast, and is a devoted father-but his life wasn't always so picture-perfect. Joey "Coco" Diaz credits his success to his "immigrant mentality," the work ethic his mother modeled for him and on which countless others have depended to survive the harsh landscape of being an outsider.
Diaz wasn't always a star, but he was always a comedian-it just took him a while to figure it out. To be fair, he was pretty busy while he was young: helping his tough-as-nails mother in her bar, holding a gun for the first time at the age of six, and later dealing drugs and serving time.
Tremendous is the story of Diaz's life, from grueling childhood and misspent youth to finding his true calling in comedy. Immigrants, fans of celebrity tales, and comedy enthusiasts alike will be enthralled by this incredibly true, foul-mouthed, and funny memoir.
It's not a story for the faint of heart, or for prudes who've never spent a week sleeping in a piece of playground equipment. From finding his mom's body to high stakes crime, addiction and depression, there are plenty of dark episodes in this saga. Diaz shares it all with brutal honesty and humor, in the same inimitable voice he'd use talking to you from the stage or in a bar. He also shares the story of his improbable rise to the top and the bumpy road that led him there.
An inspiration to misfits everywhere, Tremendous is storytelling at its finest-and a reminder that the direst of circumstances can change in unimaginable, unpredictable ways.
Joey Diaz has been called every name in the book (and then some). Now, for the first time, he shares the story of his unlikely rise to fame in his own words-with no punches pulled.
Today, he stars in hit films, headlines sold-out tours, hosts the popular Uncle Joey's Joint podcast, and is a devoted father-but his life wasn't always so picture-perfect. Joey "Coco" Diaz credits his success to his "immigrant mentality," the work ethic his mother modeled for him and on which countless others have depended to survive the harsh landscape of being an outsider.
Diaz wasn't always a star, but he was always a comedian-it just took him a while to figure it out. To be fair, he was pretty busy while he was young: helping his tough-as-nails mother in her bar, holding a gun for the first time at the age of six, and later dealing drugs and serving time.
Tremendous is the story of Diaz's life, from grueling childhood and misspent youth to finding his true calling in comedy. Immigrants, fans of celebrity tales, and comedy enthusiasts alike will be enthralled by this incredibly true, foul-mouthed, and funny memoir.
It's not a story for the faint of heart, or for prudes who've never spent a week sleeping in a piece of playground equipment. From finding his mom's body to high stakes crime, addiction and depression, there are plenty of dark episodes in this saga. Diaz shares it all with brutal honesty and humor, in the same inimitable voice he'd use talking to you from the stage or in a bar. He also shares the story of his improbable rise to the top and the bumpy road that led him there.
An inspiration to misfits everywhere, Tremendous is storytelling at its finest-and a reminder that the direst of circumstances can change in unimaginable, unpredictable ways.
Readers Top Reviews
TJJeremiahDarrel
I am 60 pages in, on the 2nd day of owning it and normally I don't read any books. Huge Joey Diaz fan and we need more stories from Uncle Joey in the future. If you do one thing today, it should be to buy this book.
Andreas MichaelTJ
Very inspiring story, from one of those people who probably should have never been born in the first place (irresponsible parents, etc.). Made it through terrible conditions in life. Best of luck in the future, Uncle Joey - stay black!
GanjaAndreas Mich
I am so thrilled to have bought this book by Joey Diaz. I have just finished the first part of the book. I can relate to the issues he had as a youth. It is awesome to read about his personal experiences and how he coped with them. I can't help but relate to many of the things he went through. I can't wait to finish reading this book. Would recommend.
Isaac I.GanjaAndr
This is the only rating fitting to describe Joey’s book and his telling of it. The audiobook sounded like Joey was just telling you his story one on one. There was so many moments within the book that had me chuckling and others that had me feel for Joey. Overall, the book was terrific and possesses many valuable lessons within it. Thank you for being you Uncle Joey!
Edward HudsonIsaa
One of the best storytellers today This book is a testament to that. As a Joint listener, I've heard the rumblings related to this book for years at this point. So glad it's finally out. I think Joey may realize now that he could release a separate book of just Boulder Stories, a separate book of Comedy Road stories, a separate book of growing up in Jersey stories... etc. Regardless, I'm so happy for him that it's crossed the finish line
