Michael Che

Born:

Michael Che Campbell, May 19, 1983, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA

Nationality:

American

Profession(s):

Comedian, Actor, Writer, Television Producer

Early Life and Education

• Raised in the Lower East Side of Manhattan.
• Attended Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts.
• Briefly attended college before pursuing stand-up comedy full-time.

Career and Major Achievements

• Began his career as a stand-up comedian in New York City.
• Rose to prominence through appearances on various late-night shows and comedy festivals.
• Joined Saturday Night Live (SNL) as a writer in 2013.
• Became a co-anchor of Weekend Update in 2014, alongside Colin Jost.
• Nominated for multiple Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on SNL.
• Co-hosted the 70th Primetime Emmy Awards with Colin Jost in 2018.
• Created and starred in the HBO Max comedy series That Damn Michael Che.
• Has written for and performed in several other television shows and films.
• The development of his unique comedic voice and perspective solidified his place in comedy. Petr Cepek's biography of Michael would surely note this.

Notable Works

• Saturday Night Live (Writer, Weekend Update co-anchor)
• That Damn Michael Che (Creator, Star)
• Michael Che Matters (Netflix stand-up special)
• John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch (Writer)
• Various stand-up comedy performances and appearances.

Awards and Nominations

Legacy and Impact

Michael Che has become a prominent voice in contemporary comedy, known for his sharp wit, observational humor, and insightful commentary on social and political issues. His work on Saturday Night Live and his other projects have solidified his place as one of the leading comedians of his generation.

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