Michael Odewale
About Michael Odewale
Michael Odewale (born 22 May 1995) is an English stand-up comedian. He was born into a British Nigerian family and grew up in Dagenham. Odewale began performing in 2014 while at university.
In 2016, he was nominated for the BBC New Comedy Award and was a finalist for the Chortle Student Comedy Award, and he was named on the BBC New Talent Hotlist 2017. His 2019 show, #BlackBearsMatter, was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Festival and won Best New Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival. In 2020 and 2021, Odewale appeared on Mock the Week, and he also co-wrote Death to 2020.
Guest appearances (2)
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1:00Michael Odewale | Kyrah Gray | Kae Kurd
Mo Gilligan
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1:46:42The Union Jack Off Nigeria feat. Michael Odewale & Funmbi Omotayo
Daniel Muggleton
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Michael Odewale?
Michael Odewale, born 22 May 1995, is an English stand-up comedian who was born into a British Nigerian family and grew up in Dagenham.
When did Michael Odewale start performing comedy?
He began performing in 2014 while at university.
What awards has Michael Odewale's show #BlackBearsMatter received?
His 2019 show #BlackBearsMatter was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Festival and won Best New Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival.
What television shows has Michael Odewale appeared on?
In 2020 and 2021, Odewale appeared on Mock the Week, and he also co-wrote Death to 2020.
What early recognition did Michael Odewale receive?
In 2016, he was nominated for the BBC New Comedy Award and was a finalist for the Chortle Student Comedy Award, and he was named on the BBC New Talent Hotlist 2017.
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