09/08/2026
THE LAFF HOUSE: A LEGACY BUILT ON LOVE
Throughout my life, I have met many people, experienced victories and faced difficult times. Along the way, I built a brand that became known around the world: The Laff House.
But I did not build it alone.
My wife, Mona Millwood, loved me unconditionally. When I had no money, she believed in me. When The Laff House was only a dream, she believed in that dream too.
I once asked her:
“Mona, if I lost everything, would you still stay with me?”
She answered:
“As long as we are together—even in a one-bedroom apartment—I’ll be happy.”
That was Mona.
I miss her more than words can express. Everything I continue to build is part of my promise to make her proud for believing in me when success was never guaranteed.
Together, Mona and I built The Laff House into a home for comedy on South Street in Philadelphia. We gave talented comedians—especially Black comedians—an opportunity to perform during prime-time hours, develop their voices and prepare for greater stages.