Noun
English Wikipedia has an article on:comic reliefWikipedia
comic relief (uncountable)
(narratology) The inclusion of a humorous character or scene or witty dialogue in an otherwise serious work, often to relieve tension.
Another, more obvious reference to Hollywood is the Charlie Chaplin impersonator who provides comic relief throughout the film. Source: Internet
A mariachi musician, introduced as comic relief, gets his own episode that reveals him as a soulful artist trying to keep his integrity; Ana’s mother evolves from a hectoring nemesis to a toughened survivor. Source: Internet
Hermia and Lysander are both met by Puck, who provides some comic relief in the play by confounding the four lovers in the forest. Source: Internet
Along the way, there is plenty of comic relief, a love triangle and enough Celtics lore to please Larry Bird’s biggest fans. Source: Internet
Each episode included two stand-alone stories, often featuring a young dragon named Gremlin, introduced for comic relief. Source: Internet
From the tenth episode, " Parting Gifts ", Cordelia begins to actively function as a supernatural character in the series while the introduction of Wesley also contributes some added comic relief to the series. Source: Internet