You just watched a reality show about a gay-icon comic who flaunts her outsider status while towing along a quirky posse and scene-stealing parents. But was it The Cho Show (debuting Aug. 21 at 11 p.m. on VH1) or My Life on the D-List (Thursdays, 10 p.m. on Bravo)? Figure it out with our funny-lady field guide.
Entourage
Cho rolls with a personal assistant and a trio of stylists called the
Glam Squad.
Jessica, Tom, and Tiffany a.k.a. Team Griffin take care of Kathy's dirty work.
Parents' Vice
Mr. and Mrs. Cho have groovy memories of smoking pot in the '60s.
From a glass, a bottle, or a box, Maggie Griffin loves herself some white wine.
Confidant
Cho's spiritual adviser has great insights and even better fashion sense.
Griffin calls up comedy pioneer Joan Rivers whenever she visits New York.
Low-Wattage Celeb Pal
Cho's friend Bobby Lee (MADtv) cites her as a showbiz role model.
When Kathy wants a famous date, it's gonna be ex-'N Sync-er Lance Bass.

