The Ultimate Tough Crowd
You ever hear about someone so stone-faced, not even the best joke could crack ‘em? Well, back in the early 1900s, a New York theater put that to the test with a woman named Sober Sue.
The hook? Comedians were promised a hefty $100 prize if they could make her laugh.
One by one, the funniest acts of the time took their best shot—jokes, slapstick, you name it—but Sue never even smirked.
Turns out, the whole thing was a setup! Sue had a medical condition that made it impossible for her to smile.
The theater got free entertainment, the comics got a brutal reality check, and Sue became a legend in her own right.
So, what’s the toughest crowd you’ve ever faced? Ever met someone with a poker face this strong? Share your stories below!
