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Ty Barnett, a Chicago native, started his career at Seattle’s Comedy Underground, and his star keeps rising! Dedicated to bringing the funny, he has been called “hilarious” (Whoopi Goldberg), “a true talent” (Simon Cowell), and “naturally funny” (Howie Mandell).

His thought-provoking style and ability to appeal to diverse audiences have earned him countless TV appearances, including as a finalist in the Emmy-nominated “Last Comic Standing.” Since then, Ty has made multiple “Tonight Show” appearances and has been featured on “America’s Got Talent,” HBO’s “Bad Boys of Comedy,” Comedy Central’s “Tosh.0,” Nickelodeon, and his own “Comedy Central Presents” special. Barnett’s other appearances include his Dry Bar comedy special and his specials “Issues” and “Grown Man, Baby Steps.”

His other TV credits include “Life in Pieces,” “‘til Death,” “Samantha Who,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” “A Million Little Things,” and “Gen V.” Barnett has been called “one to watch” by the Hollywood Reporter.

A native of Oakland, California, Kirk McHenry’s comedy pulls from his many life experiences, from the inner city to prep school, college, and life in the Marine Corps. Versatile and always funny, his unique perspective keeps a diverse range of audiences laughing. A master storyteller, McHenry’s signature brand of comedy is reminiscent of a modern version of comedy greats Richard Pryor and Bill Cosby.

He has been featured on BET’s “ComicView,” BET’s “One Mic Stand,” and “Jamie Foxx Presents Laffapalooza” and has entertained U.S. troops around the world. He has opened for many popular comedians, including Paul Mooney, Bobby Slayton, Gary Owen, Charlie Murphy, Tommy Davidson, and Eddie Griffin, as well as musicians like The Whispers, Howard Hewett, and Kem. As he continues to share his hilarious comedy style, he is well on his way to being a household name.