Kevin Vidal facts for kids
Kevin Vidal is a talented Canadian actor, comedian, and improviser. He is well-known for his roles in TV shows like Sunnyside, Workin' Moms, and the series Culprits. Kevin also plays a big part in Canada's comedy world, especially through his work with Second City in Toronto and Blind Tiger Comedy in Vancouver.
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Early Life and Comedy Beginnings
Kevin Vidal was born and grew up in Toronto, Canada. From a young age, he became very interested in comedy and acting. He started his career by joining The Second City in Toronto. This is a famous place where many Canadian comedians learn and perform.
Kevin Vidal's Acting Career
Kevin Vidal is a graduate of the acting program at The Second City in Toronto. After his training, he performed in several shows there. These included We Can Be Heroes and Sixteen Scandals. The show Sixteen Scandals even won a Canadian Comedy Award.
Starring Roles in TV Shows
Kevin is famous for his main role in the comedy TV series Sunnyside. For this show, he and the other actors won a Canadian Screen Award. This award was for Best Performance in a Comedy Program in 2016.
Later, he joined the cast of the popular Canadian TV show Workin' Moms. This role helped him reach even more viewers. It also made him a well-known face in Canadian television.
He has also appeared in other TV series. These include Kim's Convenience and Strays. He was also in web series like But I'm Chris Jericho! and Gary and His Demons. Kevin has acted in films such as The Parting Glass. He also performed on stage in the play Come from Away.
Role in Culprits
In 2023, Kevin Vidal was cast in the Disney+ series Culprits. He played a character named Jules. Jules is the supportive partner of Joe Petrus. Joe is a former criminal who tries to live a quiet life with Jules and their children. The story shows how important Jules and Joe's relationship is. It adds a lot of emotion as Joe deals with his past to keep his family safe.
Improv and Teaching
Besides acting, Kevin Vidal has a very active career in improvisation. He has been doing improv since his time at Second City. In 2020, he moved to Vancouver. There, he joined the teaching staff at Blind Tiger Comedy. This is a well-known comedy school.
Kevin is very involved in Blind Tiger's goal to create a welcoming comedy community. He teaches improv classes there. He also started a special workshop called "Improv for ADHD." This workshop was inspired by his own experience with ADHD. The program focuses on listening and working together. It helps students who think differently enjoy improv in a supportive way.
Personal Life
Kevin Vidal's family background includes Guyanese and Filipino heritage. He lives in Vancouver with his husband. His own experiences, like his ADHD diagnosis, have shaped his teaching style. Kevin continues to balance his acting career with his work in the Canadian improv community.
Filmography
Film Roles
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Odd Squad: The Movie | Weird Colin |
| 2018 | The Parting Glass | Phillipe |
| 2020 | The Bet | Marvin Smith |
Television Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Sunnyside | Various | 13 episodes |
| 2016 | Kim's Convenience | Roger | 2 episodes |
| 2017–2023 | Workin' Moms | Mo Daniels | 25 episodes |
| 2020 | The Boys | Cyrus | 1 episode |
| 2021 | American Gods | Greeter | 1 episode |
| 2021–2022 | Strays | Liam | 20 episodes |
| 2023 | Culprits | Jules | 8 episodes |
Awards and Nominations
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref(s) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Canadian Screen Award | Best Performance in a Variety or Sketch Comedy Program or Series (Individual or Ensemble) | Sunnyside | Won | ||
| 2019 | Canadian Screen Award | Best Web Series | Soul Decision | Nominated | ||
| 2023 | Leo | Best Performance in a Music, Comedy or Variety Program or Series | Strays (Episode: Puppy Love) | Nominated |
