Jeff Dunham Sets Comedy Central Record THR

Ventriloquist Jeff Dunham set a Comedy Central record last week, his second, reports The Hollywood Reporter.

Some 5.3 million viewers tuned in to the Thursday debut of his show, making it the network’s most-watched series premiere, despite some negative reviews. It was also the network’s biggest premiere in adults 18-49.

His special last year also set ratings records for the network.

--Elizabeth Jensen