About Michael Jr.
Michael Jr. is an American stand-up comedian and actor associated with clean and Christian comedy. He appeared in the stand-up specials Thou Shalt Laugh (2006), hosted by Patricia Heaton and broadcast on the Trinity Broadcasting Network, and its follow-up Thou Shalt Laugh 4 (2009). Early in his career, comedian George Wallace brought him to the Comedy and Magic Club in Hermosa Beach, and after a set at the Just for Laughs festival in Montreal he became the first comedian to appear live via satellite on The Tonight Show. He has since appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Jimmy Kimmel Live and Comedy Central.
On screen, he played Michael Alexander in the faith-based drama War Room (2015) and Ben Marcus in the comedy Selfie Dad (2020). He created the documentary Comedy: The Road Less Traveled, about bringing stand-up comedy to homeless shelters, rescue missions and prisons, and founded the nonprofit Funny For The Forgotten. He has also delivered a TEDx talk titled "More Than Funny" at TEDxUniversityofNevada.
Videos (801)
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0:32This video comes with a warning | Michael Jr.
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0:40What would be a good joke? | Michael Jr.
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33:43When You Question If You Are Really An Introvert (w/ Regan and Abbey) | Michael Jr.
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0:30Wait, that's not the baby...
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0:30One tip on how to handle new borns | Michael Jr.
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1:56Want to Be Awesome? Stop Making This Mistake! | Michael Jr.
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0:24My daughter wanted Toms shoes! | Michael Jr.
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0:59First there's a set up | Michael Jr.
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0:45She said she was dating Jesus… | Michael Jr.
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0:39One time I found a dead body in Church! | Michael Jr.
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4:02The Nextimony | Michael Jr.
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0:30Do You Know How To Swim? | Michael Jr.
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1:07When your dad doesn't understand the card reader
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0:53Cleanliness Conflict with Your Spouse | Michael Jr.
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0:32Around there and some change? | Michael Jr.
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0:40This Is What We Do Together on Weekends.. | Michael Jr.
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0:32Why Does This Painting's Baby Look So Shady?
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0:40Did you play this game growing up? | Michael Jr.
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2:59My Kids And Their Pets | Michael Jr. - More Than Funny Comedy Special
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0:55Did you know that awkwardness makes me laugh? | Michael Jr.
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0:33When you wear this T-shirt, you're asking for trouble
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0:51Dog name theory in Texas. Let's check it! | Michael Jr.
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0:34What do you do in the last two weeks of school? | Michael Jr.
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0:58Finding Resolution | Michael Jr.
7K viewsFrequently asked questions
What kind of comedy does Michael Jr. do?
Michael Jr. is an American stand-up comedian and actor associated with clean and Christian comedy.
Which Thou Shalt Laugh specials was Michael Jr. in?
Michael Jr. appeared in Thou Shalt Laugh (2006), hosted by Patricia Heaton and broadcast on the Trinity Broadcasting Network, and in its follow-up Thou Shalt Laugh 4 (2009).
Who helped Michael Jr. early in his career?
Early in his career, comedian George Wallace brought Michael Jr. to the Comedy and Magic Club in Hermosa Beach.
How did Michael Jr. first get on The Tonight Show?
After a set at the Just for Laughs festival in Montreal, Michael Jr. became the first comedian to appear live via satellite on The Tonight Show, and he later appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Jimmy Kimmel Live and Comedy Central.
What movies has Michael Jr. acted in?
Michael Jr. played Michael Alexander in the faith-based drama War Room (2015) and Ben Marcus in the comedy Selfie Dad (2020).
What is Funny For The Forgotten?
Funny For The Forgotten is the nonprofit founded by Michael Jr., who also created the documentary Comedy: The Road Less Traveled about bringing stand-up comedy to homeless shelters, rescue missions and prisons.
Has Michael Jr. given a TEDx talk?
Yes, Michael Jr. delivered a TEDx talk titled "More Than Funny" at TEDxUniversityofNevada.
