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When was Jeff Dunham's first comedy central special?
On July 18, 2003, Jeff Dunham appeared on Comedy Central Presents, his first solo appearance on Comedy Central.
What did Jeff Dunham do in his first comedy central special?
Jeff Dunham showcased José Jalapeño on a Stick, Walter, an early version of Melvin the Superhero Guy and Peanut, whom Dunham had begun to merchandise into a line of dolls.
What is Jeff Dunham's Jose Jalapeno?
During Jeff Dunham's half hour piece with his first solo appearance on Comedy Central, he showcased José Jalapeño on a Stick.

Question: was he popular?
Self-contained rewrite: Was Jeff Dunham popular after his first solo appearance on Comedy Central?