About Jim Short
Jim Short (January 1, 1967 - January 5, 2025) was a stand-up comedian from San Francisco. Originally from Australia, he moved to Texas in 1979, and his faded accent caused some controversy that he often joked about. Short made numerous television appearances, including Shorties Watchin' Shorties, Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Comedy Central's Premium Blend. He won the 2004 San Francisco International Stand Up Competition and performed at the 2004 Montreal International Just For Laughs Comedy Festival, where he was named one of the 'Talk of the Fest' performers. He co-hosted the podcast Monsters of Talk with Margaret Cho. Short died on January 5, 2025, at the age of 58 from a stomach illness.
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1:09TBZ:The Thirty Below Zone
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0:52Royal Wedding Part Two: Etiquette and Protocol: Jim Short
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2:15Royal Wedding Part Five: Westminster Abbey
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0:28Teaser Trailer: A Covid Carol
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0:59Dispatch From The Road: Meat Me In Amarillo
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0:53Hallowe'en 2020
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0:34World Cup Russia: Human Riots
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0:22A visit to Monticello-Teaser trailer
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0:50Royal Wedding Report part Four: The Future of the Royal Family
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0:29Welcome to the World Cup Russia: Jim Short
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0:34World Cup Russia: DIspatch : Jim Short
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0:47Royal Wedding Part Three: Side Hustle.
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Frequently asked questions
Where was comedian Jim Short from?
Jim Short was a stand-up comedian based in San Francisco who was originally from Australia and moved to Texas in 1979.
What did Jim Short joke about?
His faded Australian accent caused some controversy, and he often turned it into material on stage.
Which TV shows did Jim Short appear on?
His television appearances included Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Comedy Central's Premium Blend and Shorties Watchin' Shorties.
What stand-up competition did Jim Short win?
Jim Short won the 2004 San Francisco International Stand Up Competition, and that year he was named one of the 'Talk of the Fest' performers at Just For Laughs in Montreal.
Did Jim Short have a podcast?
Yes, Jim Short co-hosted the podcast Monsters of Talk together with comedian Margaret Cho.
When did Jim Short die?
Jim Short, born on January 1, 1967, died on January 5, 2025, at the age of 58.
