Reginald D. Hunter facts for kids
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| Birth name | Reginald Darnell Hunter |
| Born | March 26, 1969 Albany, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Nationality | American |
| Years active | 1992–present |
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Reginald Darnell Hunter (born March 26, 1969) is an American stand-up comedian who is famous in the United Kingdom. He is known for his observational comedy and social satire, where he jokes about society, culture, and race.
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Early Life and Move to the UK
Reginald D. Hunter was born in Albany, Georgia, on March 26, 1969. He was the youngest of nine children. When he was 20, he did an acting internship in Jackson, Mississippi.
At age 27, Hunter traveled to the United Kingdom to study at the famous Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. His career path changed when he tried stand-up comedy for the first time as a dare. He was paid £100 for his performance and discovered he loved making people laugh. After that, he decided to become a professional comedian instead of an actor.
Comedy Career
Hunter quickly became a well-known comedian in the UK. He is known for his calm and thoughtful style on stage. He often talks about serious and complicated topics in a humorous way.
Stand-up Shows
Hunter has toured with many successful stand-up shows. In 2013, he toured Ireland with his show In the Midst of Crackers.
His comedy often "pushes boundaries," which means he tells jokes that can be surprising or make people think. Some of his show titles have caused discussion because they used controversial words. For example, his 2006 show was called Reginald D Hunter: Pride & Prejudice... & .... Because of the title, the poster for the show was not allowed on the London Underground.
Sometimes, his jokes have led to disagreements. In 2013, he performed for the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA). The chairman of the PFA, Clarke Carlisle, said that some people found his jokes offensive. Hunter's comedy style is often described as not being for people who are easily offended.
Reviewers have called him a "truly talented comedian" who can cleverly talk about big topics. Others have noted that as he has gotten older, his comedy has become more reflective.
Television and Radio Appearances
Besides stand-up, Hunter has appeared on many popular British TV and radio shows. He made his first TV appearance in 1998 on The 11 O'Clock Show.
He has been a guest on panel shows like:
- Have I Got News for You
- QI
- 8 Out of 10 Cats
- Would I Lie to You?
He has also hosted his own TV series for the BBC, including Reginald D Hunter's Songs of the South and Reginald D Hunter's Songs of a Border. On the radio, he has been a frequent guest on the BBC Radio 4 comedy show The Unbelievable Truth.
Awards and Recognition
Hunter's talent has been recognized with several award nominations and wins.
- He was nominated for the prestigious Perrier Award at the Edinburgh Festival in both 2003 and 2004.
- In 2006, he won the Writers' Guild Award for Comedy for his show Pride & Prejudice... & ....
Personal Life
Hunter's mother passed away in 2004. He has a daughter who was born in 2002.
See also
In Spanish: Reginald D. Hunter para niños
