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Black Laughs Matter is a comedy concept that is curated by Jimmy and Brad Sativa. It’s unapologetically Black and offering various voices and styles an arena to thrive. Our headliners will feature renowned veterans and industry up and comers, as well spotlight local talent.This Months Headliner: Robert Powell III
Robert Powell III is a stand-up comedian and political satirist. Born in Monroe, Louisiana Robert attended University of Louisiana at Monroe before getting his Masters’ degree in Political Science from Texas Christian University.
After a few years of paying his dues (which included sleeping in his car and $11 a night motels), Robert was named Louisiana’s Comedian of The Year three years in a row. In 2012, Robert joined the Shaquille O’Neal All-Star Comedy Jam Tour and has continued to tour with this successful franchise every year since.
In 2013, Robert made his television debut on Shaquille O'Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam Live from Atlanta for Showtime. He then appeared on the series We Got Next for Magic Johnson's Aspire Network. He also was the host and Executive Producer of Comic Edge for Aspire Network. Robert received rave reviews for his performance on the New Faces showcase at the 2016 Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal.
Robert currently serves as National Ad Spokesman for a Uber, UberEats, Adidas, Starbucks, Subway, California Pizza Kitchen, Coldstone Creamery, Baskin Robbins and Red Lobster & McDonald’s.
Robert splits his time between his ranch near Quinlan Tx, and Los Angeles CA.
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2019 8th Avenue South, Nashville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37204
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