Joan Rivers Joan Rivers Joan Alexandra Molinsky (June 8, 1933 – September 4, 2014), known professionally as Joan Rivers, was an American comedian, actress, writer, producer, and television host. She was noted for her often controversial comedic persona—heavily self-deprecating or sharply acerbic, especially toward celebrities and politicians. Rivers rose to prominence in 1965 as a guest on "The Tonight Show". Hosted by her mentor, Johnny Carson, the show established Rivers' comedic style. In 1986, with her own rival program, "The Late Show with Joan Rivers", Rivers became the first woman to host a late night network television talk show. She subsequently hosted
How Cruel in Australia. "Rosie" was included on Armatrading's first compilation album, 1983's "Track Record", as well as her 2004 live album "". All four tracks from this EP were placed at the start of the second CD of Armatrading's 2003 compilation album "Love and Affection: Joan Armatrading Classics (1975–1983)". All tracks composed by Joan Armatrading. How Cruel How Cruel is a 12-inch one-sided EP by British singer-songwriter Joan Armatrading, released in November 1979 on A&M. The title track had previously appeared on Armatrading's live album "Steppin' Out", which was not released in the US. The EP was released in the US