About Joe Wong
Joe Wong, born Huang Xi in Baishan, Jilin, in northeastern China, into an ethnic Korean family, is a Chinese American stand-up comedian and former biochemistry researcher. He earned a PhD in biochemistry from Rice University in 2000 before moving to Boston in 2001, where he began performing comedy at venues including the All Asia Bar and Stash's Comedy Jam.
Wong gained national attention in the United States following his appearance on Late Show with David Letterman on April 17, 2009. His profile rose further after he delivered a stand-up set at the 66th Radio and Television Correspondents' Association Dinner on March 18, 2010, roasting then Vice President Joe Biden before an audience of Washington officials and earning a standing ovation; video of the performance drew nearly 10 million views in China. He also made multiple appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. In 2013 he moved back to Beijing, where he hosted the Chinese television program Is It True?, a science and myth-busting show on China Central Television. Wong performs bilingually in both English and Chinese.
Videos (575)
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0:29What A Sword Collection!
910 views
0:26What’s with these hotel toothpaste?!
902 views
1:15:37Sierra Katow, China vs Japan, stand up at 16, Harvard, honey moon, and much more! Enjoy!
897 views
0:59How NOT To Read A Script
890 views
0:35How harsh is it for women to get on TV vs. men?
887 views
0:40You All Missed Out On This
881 views
0:17Chinese Invention
880 views
0:18How Would You Want To Go Out
875 views
1:05Approaching Racism from Two Angles | Joe Wong & Paula Yoo
853 views
0:54Asian-American Movement | Joe Wong & Paula Yoo
840 views
0:24Tag a friend who still believes their prime is ahead
840 views
0:27Do you know who can touch a stripper?
785 views
2:25God said, "Let there be light." Maybe He was talking to Alexa?
767 views
0:25Are Crystals Good For Your Mental Health?
754 views
0:38Why Being a Comedian is Hard
749 views
0:58Where Does The Term Asian-American Come From?
732 views
0:23When do men reach their sexual peak? | Ellen Degeneres
678 views
0:45I'm Not Going To Canada With You!
676 views
54:05Joe Wong Comedy is live!
653 views
0:30I Thought Americans Were Like This...
633 views
1:08:33Ewan Gotfryd: wild Hollywood parties, porn stars, Mike Tyson, and so much more!
619 views
42:07Stand up without borders with Paula Yoo on Vincent Chin
614 views
0:31Bumper Stickers Can REALLY Get You In Trouble Nowadays
594 views
1:08Learning English by Memorizing Dictionary
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Frequently asked questions
Was Joe Wong a scientist before comedy?
He earned a PhD in biochemistry from Rice University in 2000 before moving to Boston in 2001, where he began performing comedy.
Where did Joe Wong first perform?
He started out at Boston venues including the All Asia Bar and Stash's Comedy Jam.
How did Joe Wong gain national attention?
National attention in the United States followed his appearance on Late Show with David Letterman on April 17, 2009.
What happened at Joe Wong's Correspondents' Dinner set?
On March 18, 2010 he delivered a stand-up set at the 66th Radio and Television Correspondents' Association Dinner, roasting then Vice President Joe Biden before an audience of Washington officials and earning a standing ovation.
Does Joe Wong perform in Chinese?
He performs bilingually in both English and Chinese, and in 2013 he moved back to Beijing, where he hosted the science and myth-busting program Is It True? on China Central Television.
Where was Joe Wong born?
He was born Huang Xi in Baishan, Jilin, in northeastern China, into an ethnic Korean family.
