How did Dane Cook get his start into comedy?

Dane Cook got his start in comedy in the early 1990s. He began performing at open mics in Boston, where he grew up, and eventually moved to New York City to pursue a career in stand-up comedy. Cook's big break came in 2005 when he released his comedy album "Retaliation," which went platinum and was nominated for a Grammy Award. He continued to release successful comedy albums and star in several comedy specials for HBO and Showtime. Cook has also appeared in several movies, including "Good Luck Chuck," "Employee of the Month," and "Dan in Real Life."