Mario Joyner facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mario Joyner |
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Born | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
October 3, 1961
Medium | Stand-up, television |
Nationality | American |
Years active | 1983–2011 |
Notable works and roles | The Chris Rock Show Everybody Hates Chris Where Did I Put Those Bits |
Mario Joyner is an American comedian and actor. He was born on October 3, 1961. Many people know him as the host of MTV's Half Hour Comedy Hour, a show he hosted from 1988 to 1992. He has also appeared in many movies and TV shows.
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Early Life and Education
Mario Joyner was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After high school, he went to Vincennes University. Later, he studied at the University of Pittsburgh. At both universities, he was a track athlete.
Mario Joyner's Career in Comedy and Acting
Mario Joyner started his acting career in movies in 1987. His first film was Three Men and a Baby. He also starred in movies like Hangin' with the Homeboys and Pootie Tang.
Working with Chris Rock and Jerry Seinfeld
Mario Joyner is good friends with famous comedians Chris Rock and Jerry Seinfeld. He worked with them often. He was a regular on The Chris Rock Show and Everybody Hates Chris. He also appeared in two episodes of Seinfeld, playing different characters. Mario Joyner also lent his voice to the character Jackson in the animated movie Bee Movie.
He has performed as the opening act for Chris Rock's "No Apologies" tour. He also opened for Jerry Seinfeld on his national tours. In July 2019, he appeared with Jerry Seinfeld on the show Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.
Mario Joyner's Jokes and Appearances
Mario Joyner is known for his clever jokes. On an episode of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart in 2010, host Jon Stewart shared one of Joyner's jokes. The joke was about how some people claim to have changed suddenly.
Mario Joyner's Filmography
Mario Joyner has been in many films and television shows. Here are some of his notable roles.
Film Roles
Year | Title | Role |
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1987 | Three Men and a Baby | Cab Driver |
1990 | Sgt. Kabukiman N.Y.P.D. | Hole in the Head Thug |
1991 | Hangin' with the Homeboys | Tom McNeal |
2001 | Down to Earth | Apollo M.C. |
2001 | Pootie Tang | Lacey |
2002 | Comedian | Self |
2003 | Head of State | Lotto Man |
2003 | Carolina | Stage Manager |
2007 | Bee Movie | Jackson |
2011 | Just Go with It | Henderson |
2011 | Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star | Claudio |
Television Appearances
Year | Title | Role |
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1989 | Camp MTV | Self |
1995, 1998 | Seinfeld | Lamar / Mario Joyner |
1999 | It's Like, You Know... | Jesse Jackson |
1997 | The Chris Rock Show | Various characters |
2000–2001 | Clerks: The Animated Series | Lando |
2003 | Wanda at Large | Jonathan Lyles |
2005 | Arrested Development | Mario |
2006–2008 | Everybody Hates Chris | Dr. Information |
2010 | Nick Swardson's Pretend Time | Doctor |
2012 | Big Time Rush | Security Guard |
2012, 2014, 2019 | Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee | Self |
See also
In Spanish: Mario Joyner para niños