Saratoga Native Surprised by Shoutout in HBO Special

Rande Jackson's unique name caught the attention of comedian Chris Fleming.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 11:04am

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Saratoga Springs native Rande Jackson was surprised to find himself featured in comedian Chris Fleming's recent HBO special. Jackson's distinctive first name, which he says used to be spelled with a 'Y' but he changed it to be 'different,' became the subject of discussion in the comedy special.

Why it matters

The shoutout in the popular HBO comedy special has brought unexpected attention to Rande Jackson, a Saratoga Springs resident. The mention highlights how even small personal details can resonate with audiences and become part of a comedian's act.

The details

In Chris Fleming's HBO special "Chris Fleming: Live at The Palace," the comedian took note of Rande Jackson's unique first name, commenting on how he had changed the spelling from the more common 'Randy.' This brief mention of Jackson's name has led to widespread discussion about the Saratoga native.

  • Chris Fleming's HBO special "Chris Fleming: Live at The Palace" aired on March 10, 2026.

The players

Rande Jackson

A native of Saratoga Springs, New York who has a distinctive first name that was featured in a recent HBO comedy special.

Chris Fleming

A comedian whose HBO special "Chris Fleming: Live at The Palace" included a shoutout to Saratoga Springs resident Rande Jackson.

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What they’re saying

“It used to be with a Y, but of course I had to be different.”

— Rande Jackson

The takeaway

This unexpected shoutout in a popular HBO comedy special shows how even small personal details can resonate with audiences and become part of a comedian's act, bringing unexpected attention to an ordinary person.