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 has also made a big impact in Canada's comedy scene, especially through his work with Second City in Toronto and Blind Tiger Comedy in Vancouver.
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Early Life and Comedy Start
Kevin Vidal was born and grew up in Toronto, Canada. From a young age, he was very interested in comedy and acting. He started his career by joining The Second City in Toronto. This is a famous place for comedy training and improv in Canada.
Kevin Vidal's Acting Career
Kevin Vidal is a graduate of the acting program at The Second City in Toronto. After finishing his training, he performed in many shows there. These included We Can Be Heroes and Sixteen Scandals, which even won a Canadian Comedy Award.
TV Shows and Awards
He became widely known for his main role in the comedy TV series Sunnyside. For his work on this show, he and the other main actors won a Canadian Screen Award in 2016. This award was for Best Performance in a Variety or Sketch Comedy Program.
Later, Kevin joined the cast of the popular Canadian TV show Workin' Moms. This show helped him reach even more viewers and made him a well-known face in Canadian television.
He has also appeared in other TV series like Kim's Convenience and Strays. His work also includes web series such as But I'm Chris Jericho! and Gary and His Demons. Kevin has acted in films like The Parting Glass and The Bet. He even performed on stage in a production of Come from Away.
Role in Culprits
In 2023, Kevin Vidal was cast in the Disney+ series Culprits. He played the character Jules, who is the supportive partner of Joe Petrus. Joe, a former person with a difficult past, tries to live a quiet life with Jules and their two children. Kevin's character, Jules, helps show a loving family relationship on screen. This relationship is important to the story. It adds emotional depth as Joe deals with his past to protect his family.
Improv and Teaching
Besides acting, Kevin Vidal has a very active career in improvisation. He started this during his time with Second City. After moving to Vancouver in 2020, he became a teacher at Blind Tiger Comedy. This is a comedy school started by other comedians. Kevin's own experiences, including learning he had ADHD during the pandemic, have shaped how he teaches comedy.
Filmography
Films Kevin Vidal Has Been In
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Odd Squad: The Movie | Weird Colin |
| 2018 | The Parting Glass | Phillipe |
| 2020 | The Bet | Marvin Smith |
Kevin Vidal's TV Appearances
| 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 |
| 2025 | Watson | Young John Watson | Episode: "Take a Family History" |
Awards and Recognitions
Kevin Vidal has received several awards and nominations for his work.
| 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 |
