Netflix Nabs Chris Rock’s Stand-Up Specials for $40 Million

Hollywood Reporter: Chris Rock is making his return to television as a stand-up comic, and he’s being paid a king’s ransom for his efforts. After an eight-year absence, the Emmy-winning comedian has signed a massive pact with Netflix for two stand-up specials. Rock has secured a whopping $40 million for the specials, which sets a new high mark for a stand-up comic.