Did you know that back in the colonial days, the Breakthrough Performer prize at The Comedy Awards was decided solely by King George III? It's true, and he picked himself every year, the son of a bitch. Luckily, our forefathers fought for our independence, giving you the freedom to vote for your favorite Breakthrough Performer at The Comedy Awards.

So, review the list of nominees below, cast your vote here and then go hug a Revolutionary War vet.

Aziz Ansari

Ty Burrell

Louis C.K.

Whitney Cummings

Danny McBride

Emma Stone

Daniel Tosh

Kristen Wiig

Meanwhile, you can also have your say in the Best Viral Video category.

The Comedy Awards will tape at New York's Hammerstein Ballroom on Saturday, March 26 and will air Sunday, April 10 simultaneously on Comedy Central, Spike TV, CMT, Logo, TV Land, VH1 and Nick at Nite.