Joan Rosenberg[1] aka Joan Rivers (born Joan Alexandra Molinsky;[2][3][4] June 8, 1933) is an American comedian, television personality and actress.

She is known for her brash manner and loud, raspy voice with a heavy metropolitan New York accent, and numerous cosmetic surgeries.

Rivers’ comic style relies heavily on poking fun at herself and other celebrities. A new documentary film about Rivers Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work will premiere at the San Francisco International Film Festival at the Castro Theatre on May 6, 2010.