Achmed The Dead Terrorist is a comedic character created by ventriloquist Jeff Dunham. He is portrayed as a skeleton puppet wearing a turban and has a humorous personality, often delivering jokes about his own death and misconceptions about terrorism. Achmed's catchphrase, "Silence! I kill you!" has become widely recognized. The character first appeared in Dunham's 2007 special, "Spark of Insanity," and quickly gained popularity. Achmed's humor often plays on stereotypes and cultural misunderstandings, making him a controversial yet iconic figure in the world of stand-up comedy and ventriloquism.