Jo Koy, whose real name is Joseph Glenn Herbert, is an American comedian and actor who regularly appears on the late-night show Chelsea Lately on E!
He has produced six comedy specials that Comedy Central and Netflix have distributed.
Although his main focus is on stand-up comedy, acting also contributes to his career, showcasing his ability to entertain differently.
Profile
- Full Name: Joseph Glenn Herbert
- Stage Name: Jo Koy
- Born: June 2, 1971
- Age: 52 years old
- Birthplace: Tacoma, Washington
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Stand-up comedian and Actor
- Height: 1.8m
- Parent: John C. Herbert ,Josie Harrison
- Siblings: Robert Herbert, Gemma Herbert, Rowena Cook
- Spouse: Angie King ,Chelsea Handler
- Children: Joseph Herbert Jr
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $15million
Early Life
Jo Koy, who was born on June 2, 1971, in Tacoma, Washington, has a mixed heritage. His father is a Caucasian, John C. Herbert, who is in the US Air Force, and his mother is a Filipina, Josie Harrison.
Growing up in a diverse background, Jo often humorously incorporates his cultural experiences into his comedy routines.
He has three siblings: his brother Robert Herbert, and sisters Gemma Herbert and Rowena Cook.
Despite his family’s expectations of a more traditional career, Jo felt a natural inclination towards comedy from a young age.
He developed his comedic talents by impersonating Michael Jackson and entertaining his family during gatherings.
Although he initially enrolled at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Jo eventually dropped out to pursue a career in stand-up comedy full-time.
Education
Jo Koy attended Spanaway Lake High School in Spanaway, Washington. After that, he attended Foss High School in Tacoma, Washington, where he eventually received his diploma.
He became a student at UNLV, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Nevertheless, he left to focus on stand-up comedy full-time, encouraged by his mother.
Jo Koy never received a regular degree, but his experiences influenced his sense of humor and direction in life.
Career
Jo Koy has achieved success in his career in acting and stand-up comedy. Beginning with open mic nights, he progressed to regular performances at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas to launch his stand-up career.
Showcasing his talent on a national level, he landed his first televised appearance on BET’s ComicView. The release of “Jo Koy: Live at the Improv,” his debut comedy album, was a pivotal moment in his career.
After Jo joined well-known comedians Rob Schneider and John Witherspoon on their “Catch Me If You Can” tour, she became more well-known. He was given his Comedy Central Presents special, which cemented his place in the business.
After releasing “Jo Koy: Live from Seattle,” his second album, he performed for audiences worldwide while showcasing his relevant material and humorous voice.
He also joined Aziz Ansari, Hasan Minhaj, and Eric Andre on their “Just Kidding” world tour. Influenced by his family and Filipino background, he starred in his feature film, “Easter Sunday.”
He hosted the 81st Golden Globe Awards, making history as the first Filipino American to do so.
Awards and Nominations
- Showtime at the Apollo
- Gemini award for best individual performance in a comedy program or series
- People’s Choice award for favorite comedy act
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @Jokoy
- Facebook handle: Jo koy
- Twitter handle: @Jokoy
Personal Life
Jo Koy has a history of public and familiar relationships in his personal life, but he appears to be unmarried and concentrating on his work.
Jo Koy‘s son Joseph Herbert Jr. was born in 2003 due to his former partnership with Angie King. They got divorced in 2013 after ten years of marriage. His comic routines often incorporate his son.
Jo Koy announced his relationship with comedian Chelsea Handler, whom he has known for over 20 years, in September 2021.
Regretfully, they remained cordial after announcing their breakup in July 2022. He still has strong relationships with his children and family and gets inspiration for his stand-up routines from them.
Jo Koy frequently practices in his spare time since he is enthusiastic about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
In an effort to give back to the Filipino community, he established the Jo Koy Foundation and actively supports several charitable causes.
Filmography
- Live from Seattle (2017)
- Comin’ in Hot (2019)
- Lights Out (2012)
- Don’t Make Him Angry
- Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens
- Mr Iglesias
- Family tools
- Chelsea Lately
- Easter Sunday
- Anastasia
- Wake
- The Tiger’s apprentice
- The monkey king
- Haunted Mansion
Net Worth
Jo Koy, a podcaster and stand-up comedian of American-Filipino descent, is worth $15 million.
In November 2022, the comedian sold out the 14,000-seat T-Mobile arena in Las Vegas for the first time.
