Kenny Robinson (comedian)
- Kenny Robinson (comedian)
Kenny Robinson is a stand-up comic, actor, and some-time DJ. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, he moved to Toronto in 1983 to pursue a career as a comedian.
In 1998 he was chosen by "NOW Magazine" as their Comic of the Year.
Since 1995 he has hosted "The Nubian Disciples All-Black Comedy Revue", a monthly showcase of Black comics at Yuk-Yuks in Toronto. The show has featured performers such as Ronnie Edwards, Mista Mo, and Gavin Stephens; and has been attended by celebrities such Russell Peters, Dave Chappelle, Tommy Davidson, and Vince Carter.
He has appeared in his own late-night TV series, "After Hours" (2001), as well as the Gemini-nominated CBC specials "Thick and Thin" with Ronnie Edwards.
He also played the recurring character Jellybean on the series "Doc" with Billy Ray Cyrus.
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* [http://www.nowtoronto.com/issues/18/07/Ent/cover.html "NOW Magazine"'s cover story feat. Robinson]
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