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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0:21Popping & Locking in the Kitchen | Michael Jr.
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0:43How many attempts did it take? | Michael Jr.
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0:34What's the Secret to a Successful First Two Weeks of Marriage? | Michael Jr.
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0:58Michael Jr what makes you laugh?! | Michael Jr.
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0:36"Michael Jr., can you greet my mom Happy Birthday?" | Michael Jr.
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0:56What would you do? | Michael Jr.
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0:35Michael Jr I was wondering... | Michael Jr.
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0:21What is George curious about? | Michael Jr.
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28:07The Truth About The 5 Love Languages | Gary Chapman & Michael Jr.
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0:43Are You In A Transactional Relationship? | Michael Jr.
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0:58This is How Life Works Part 1 | Michael Jr.
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23:51When John Maxwell Takes Over The Podcast (And He's Not Even There!) | Michael Jr.
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38:48She was told she would NEVER walk again... (w/ Ari Medrano) | Michael Jr.
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0:33Do You Believe in Vampires? | Michael Jr.
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31:44This One Shift Can Save Your Relationship | Michael Jr.
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33:38Is Your Marriage Strong Enough to Survive This? | Michael Jr.
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0:51Let's test the theory! What kind of dog do you have? | Michael Jr.
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1:20Meet the Team | More Than Funny Movie | Michael Jr.
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0:55George or Jorge? | Michael Jr.
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0:52Behind the Scenes | More Than Funny Movie | Michael Jr.
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0:49Where would y'all go? | Michael Jr.
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1:00Does anyone here know someone who works as a Financial Advisor? | Michael Jr.
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0:34He was mad because he had some phlegm! | Michael Jr.
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0:39Meet Teacher Emily! | Michael Jr.
4.7K 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.
