Jo Koy

Jo Koy

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Jo Koy live in Al Dana Amphitheatre, Bahrain
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Fri 24 May

Experience the incredible journey of Jo Koy, one of today's top stand-up comedians, who evolved from performing in a Las Vegas coffee house to selling out arenas and theaters worldwide. In 2017, Koy broke a record for the most tickets sold by a single artist at 23,000 tickets and 11 sold-out shows at The Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall in Honolulu. In response, the mayor’s office in Honolulu proclaimed November 24th as “Jo Koy Day.” The comedian continued his record breaking streak by being the only comedian to sell out 6 shows at The Warfield in San Francisco. He then broke the attendance record at Club Regent Event Centre in Winnipeg with 4 sold-out shows. In 2019, Koy sold-out 5 shows at the San Diego Civic Theatre, the most consecutive sold-out shows for a comedian. He recently became the only comedian to sell 17,000+ tickets, over 30 shows (in one year) at the Brea Improv. He was given the prestigious “Stand-Up Comedian Of The Year” award at the 2018 Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. He has had four highly rated and successful comedy specials on Comedy Central and Netflix. His 2019 Netflix special,​Comin’ In Hot is currently streaming world-wide. Koy is on a mission to educate the masses on how to raise a millennial, the intricacies of Filipino traditions, and more! In 2019, the comedian reached #1 on the Billboard Charts for his stand-up comedy album,​Live From Seattle.​He can also be heard on his weekly podcast, ​The Koy Pond with Jo Koy​by Starburns Audio. Listeners can dive in each week as Koy welcomes friends and fellow comedians to share their hilarious insights on life. Koy has appeared on over 140 episodes of​Chelsea Lately as a season regular roundtable guest. Other appearances include:​The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Last Call with Carson Daly, Lights Out with David Spade, @Midnight with Chris Hardwick, Beat Bobby Flay, The Breakfast Club, Celebrity Page TV,​​World’s Funniest Fails and Sean In The Wild.

Jo Koy World Tour Live at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi
180.00 AED
Sun 26 May

Jo Koy is on his way to Abu Dhabi on his World Tour! As one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing in a Las Vegas coffee house. Jo Koy’s uniquely relatable comedy pulls inspiration from his colourful family that has reached all kinds of people and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world. Koy continues breaking sales records at some of the most prestigious venues around the world. With 4 Netflix specials, an autobiography and reaching number #1 on the Billboard Charts for his stand-up comedy album, Live From Seattle, it is no wonder why Jo Koy was given the prestigious “Stand-Up Comedian Of The Year” award at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. Hurry, this will definitely sell out!

Birth Name: Joseph Glenn Herbert Sr
Date of Birth: 2 June 1971
Gender: Male
Nationality: American
Net worth: $5 Million
Occupation: Actor, Stand-up comedian
Genres: Observational comedy, black comedy
Height: 193
Girlfriend: Chelsea Handler 
Children: Joseph Herbert Jr



Biography & Career  

Jo Koy, the immensely talented comedian, has taken the comedy world by storm with his infectious energy and hilarious storytelling. Born Joseph Glenn Herbert on June 2, 1971, in Tacoma, Washington, Jo Koy embarked on his comedic journey in the late 1990s, honing his craft at local comedy clubs. Drawing from his Filipino-American heritage, Jo Koy's comedic genius lies in finding humor in everyday experiences, particularly within his own family. He inherited his comedic talent from his mother and skillfully incorporates the hilarious dynamics and cultural nuances of his family into his performances, offering a relatable and comedic glimpse into the intricacies of familial relationships. With his remarkable stage presence and relatable anecdotes about family, relationships, and cultural quirks, Jo Koy has won the hearts of audiences worldwide. His unique style has earned him acclaim, including multiple Netflix comedy specials and sold-out shows at prestigious venues, cementing his status as one of the most adored comedians of his generation. Through his unwavering dedication and knack for bringing laughter to others, Jo Koy continues to spread joy and solidify his place as a comedic icon.  


Jo Koy's comedy specials: 

  • "Don't Make Him Angry" (2009)
  • "Lights Out" (2012)
  • "Live from Seattle" (2017)
  • "Comin' In Hot" (2019)
  • "In His Elements" (2020)
  • "Jo Koy: Live from the Waikiki Shell" (2021)
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