Keith Robinson (comedian) facts for kids
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| Medium | Stand-up |
| Genres | Satire, observational comedy |
| Subject(s) | Dating, professional sports |
Keith Robinson is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He is known for his funny performances and appearances on TV shows.
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About Keith Robinson
Early Life and Start in Comedy
Keith Robinson grew up in Philadelphia. When he was a teenager, he started developing his humor. He would often make people laugh from the back of the bus! Later, he began performing comedy in his hometown.
In 1993, Keith was a finalist on a TV show called Star Search. This show helped many performers get noticed. He was also part of a comedy group in the 1980s called "Comedy Express."
Stand-Up Comedy Performances
Keith Robinson often performs stand-up comedy at the Comedy Cellar in Manhattan, New York. He is frequently the host, or "emcee," for the shows there.
He has had his own special on Comedy Central, which is a TV channel known for comedy. In 2012, a magazine called Time Out New York recognized Keith as one of the top comedians in New York City. He often shares funny stories about his life, including growing up in Philadelphia.
TV Shows and Movies
Keith Robinson has appeared in many TV shows and movies. He was the announcer and sidekick on The Wanda Sykes Show. He also became well-known as a regular on Comedy Central's Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn.
He has been on other popular shows like The Chelsea Lately Show and Late Night with Conan O'Brien. Keith has also acted in movies such as Trainwreck and the comedy film Kevin Hart: Laugh at My Pain. He even worked as a writer for the funny sketch comedy series Chappelle's Show.
In 2014, Keith released his first one-hour stand-up special called Kevin Hart Presents: Keith Robinson - Back of the Bus Funny.
Podcast Work
Keith Robinson co-hosts a podcast called Amy Schumer Presents: 3 Girls, 1 Keith. He hosts it with fellow comedians Amy Schumer, Rachel Feinstein, and Bridget Everett. The podcast started in June 2018. On the show, they talk about comedy, pop culture, and their own lives.
Personal Journey
In 2016, Keith Robinson had a stroke. This health event affected one side of his body and changed his speech. However, he has continued to perform stand-up comedy, showing great strength and determination. He talked about his experience in his 2024 Netflix comedy special, Different Strokes.
