A Funny Man With A Plan Italian-American funny man, Adam Carolla, has worked on a smorgasbord of projects. From carpentry to boxing, radio, TV and film, he's tried his hand at everything. Carolla goes to show that having a college education does not necessarily get you into the limelight; it simply takes a charismatic personality and probably some good old-fashioned luck. Adam Carolla was born May 27, 1964 in Philadelphia, PA. Later his family moved to California. Carolla attended North Hollywood High School where his jokes were better than his grades. Though not a serious student, Carolla briefly attended L.A. Valley Junior College before dropping out to pursue a series of menial jobs. [continues 481 words]