The biography of Aron Kader, a comedian born to a Palestinian father and a Mormon mother, whose life was marked by a series of unconventional choices.
Growing up in Orem, Utah, Aron's family relocated to the Washington D.C. area when he was just nine years old. This move had a profound impact on his life, as he witnessed his father, a college professor, transition into a government contractor in third-world development. While Aron holds his father's pursuits in high regard, he takes pride in being the one who has gained recognition as a prominent Arab American.
At the age of 19, Aron made the bold decision to move to Hollywood, California, where he quickly rose through the ranks at the prestigious "The Groundlings" theater. He spent 18 months honing his skills in sketch and improv comedy as part of their Sunday Company, accumulating a impressive collection of wigs in the process.
In 2000, Aron became a regular performer at "The Comedy Store," where he can still be seen weekly. His comedic talents have been showcased on Comedy Central's "Premium Blend," and he is a founding member of "The Axis Of Evil Comedy Tour," which debuted nationwide this year.
Aron has also made appearances on various television shows, including the NBC pilot "Beverly Hills S.U.V." and the FX series "The Shield," where he played the pivotal role of "Hrach" in season two. His work has been featured in prominent national publications, such as The Wall Street Journal, Time & Newsweek magazine, and he has been a guest on NPR's "Talk of the Nation," "Fresh Air," and "All Things Considered."
Most recently, Aron completed filming a pilot for Comedy Central called "The Watch List," created by Dean Obeidallah and Max Brooks. With his unique blend of humor and cultural perspective, Aron Kader is sure to continue making a name for himself in the world of comedy.
