Matt Singer book explores the 2000s bro comedy boom

A new book by Matt Singer, titled ‘Funny Business: The Old-School Wedding Crashers and Knocked-Up Virgins Who Changed Comedy Forever,’ explores the rise of the ‘bro comedy’ era during the 2000s.

The book examines the influence of various comedic talents, including Judd Apatow, Will Ferrell, Ben Stiller, Seth Rogen, and Todd Phillips. It highlights the era of the ‘Frat Pack,’ a group of actors who achieved significant box office success, such as Ben Stiller, who starred in four films grossing over $100 million each in 2004.

Singer provides behind-the-scenes anecdotes, such as Snoop Dogg hosting parties in his trailer on the set of ‘Old School’ and a childhood encounter between Judd Apatow and Steve Martin.