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Daryll Triplett and ‘All Cops Ain’t Bad’: Bridging Communities through Comedy
Marietta, GA – February 6, 2000 – After dedicating 23 years to law enforcement, Daryll Triplett was deeply moved to create ‘All Cops Ain’t Bad’ in response to events like the tragic George Floyd incident. Witnessing such injustices, Daryll knew that these actions did not represent the majority of law enforcement officers. “This is not what we do, this is not how we were trained,” he said, feeling compelled to show that not all cops are bad – and thus, the name “All Cops Ain’t Bad” (ACAB) was born.
The road to launching this movement was not without its hurdles. Daryll recalls, “We were all set to go, but when another unjustified police killing happened, our investors pulled out.” Unwavering in his mission, Daryll and his wife, Lisa, decided to self-fund the first ‘All Cops Ain’t Bad’ comedy show, which took place on Valentine’s Day in 2000 at the Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre. “We rented a 500-seat theater and hoped to fill it, but we only managed to fill half,” Lisa recalled.
Despite a smaller-than-expected turnout, the event was a triumph. “We had people from all walks of life – black, white, criminals, doctors, cops – everyone was there,” Lisa reflected. “And when I looked around, I realized something important – no one cared about labels; they were all there for one thing: to laugh.”
As Daryll took the stage that night, he shared blue-collar humor that resonated across this diverse crowd. “It was a unifying moment,” Daryll said. “People saw a cop telling jokes, and it made them see law enforcement in a different light.”
The success of that first show was the spark that ignited ‘All Cops Ain’t Bad,’ a movement that continues to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community through humor. “We knew we had to keep pushing forward,” Lisa emphasized. “Laughter has the power to bring people together, regardless of their background.”
As the movement grew, Daryll and Lisa began incorporating community outreach efforts such as delivering food and providing school supplies. “When we handed out backpacks and saw the kids’ faces light up, it gave me a sense of fulfillment,” Lisa said, with tears in her eyes. “Despite the financial struggles we faced with the first show, it was all worth it to see the joy we brought to those kids.”
As ‘All Cops Ain’t Bad’ continues to grow, Daryll and Lisa invites everyone to join and support their mission. “We’ve seen firsthand how humor can shift perspectives,” Daryll added. “Your support helps us continue this vital work, fostering dialogue and mutual respect between law enforcement and the community.”
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