Rodney Perry, a seasoned stand-up comedian, shines in the spotlight, delivering unapologetic reality-based comedy with a bold and unbridled energy. With 24 years of marriage and six children, he has honed his expertise on family dynamics, often sharing hilarious anecdotes about fatherhood on stage.
Perry's passion for giving back is evident through his weekly improv classes in Atlanta, where he mentors the next generation of comedians. This dedication to nurturing talent is a testament to his commitment to leaving a lasting legacy that will continue to bring laughter to audiences for years to come.
Rodney Perry Live, his sold-out shows, showcase his tireless work ethic, cementing his reputation as the hardest-working man in comedy. While comedy remains his forte, Perry is not afraid to explore his dramatic side, as seen in his roles in films like "Mr. Right" and the upcoming drama "Broad Street Bullies," where he plays a notorious gangster.
As a producer, Perry has added another string to his bow, overseeing projects like the independent release "A Song for Jordan." His early years in comedy saw him secure his first gig as a writer and warm-up guy for Kim Whitley's talk show "Oh Drama," leading to opportunities to open for notable comedians like George Lopez, Steve Harvey, and Cedric the Entertainer.
Over the next decade, Perry became a fixture on television, hosting comedy shows like "Who's Got Jokes" and fine-tuning his craft. His breakthrough role as "Harold" in Tyler Perry's "Madea's Big Happy Family" marked the beginning of a meteoric rise to stardom, with Perry finding a home at Bounce TV as the host of his own comedy show "Off the Chain."
The show went on to become a sold-out tour and a ratings sensation, with Perry's number 1 rated comedy special "Rodney Perry: 44 and Still Ticking" cementing his status as a comedy icon. Despite surviving a stroke that left him with limited mobility and more recently, contracting Covid-19, Perry remains an unstoppable force, crediting God for his resilience and unwavering faith.
Perry is set to appear in the upcoming film "Coming to America 2" and is producing and starring in the SiriusXM show "That Jokers's Funny." He is also co-writing, directing, and producing the 8-episode series "Someone You Should Know" for Comedy Hype. With his numerous projects and tireless work ethic, Rodney Perry shows no signs of slowing down, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating what's next from this comedy legend.
