Comedian - Dante Nero - Comedy in Your Eye

Comedian - Dante Nero - Comedy: The Bold and Philosophical Voice from Brooklyn

Dante Nero is a comedian whose life experience is as rich and varied as his stand-up material. Born and bred in Brooklyn, New York, Nero brings a bold, philosophical, and unflinchingly honest perspective to the stage. His journey to comedy was unconventional, involving everything from martial arts and exotic dancing to co-hosting a cult-classic radio show with the legendary Patrice O'Neal.

A Colourful Path to the Stage

Before he started "slinging jokes" in 2001, Dante Nero lived several different lives. A trained martial artist, he earned a fencing scholarship to university before working as a bouncer and, most notably, an exotic dancer for over a decade. This decade-long experience as a male stripper gave him a unique and unfiltered perspective on male-female social dynamics, a theme that would become central to his later work.

His comedy is described as truthful and relevant, drawing on his extensive life experiences to deliver a philosophical and often cynical worldview. Inspired by comedy legends like Richard Pryor and Redd Foxx, his style is raw and pragmatic, guaranteeing that an evening in his company will not be a "benign experience".

Achievements On and Off the Mic

Soon after starting his stand-up career, Dante made a name for himself, working with established comics like Tracy Morgan and Mike Epps. His most significant collaboration came in 2006 when he teamed up with his friend and mentor, the late Patrice O'Neal, to co-host The Black Phillip Show on Sirius XM Radio. The relationship advice show, described as a "discount urban version of Dr. Phil," became a cult hit for its raw and masculine perspective.

After O'Neal's passing, fans urged Dante to bring the show back, which he did in podcast form, eventually renaming it Man School 202. The podcast became a modern-day "Dear Abby," ranking in the top 20 on iTunes and leading Dante to create a phone consultation service for his listeners. With a wit forged through a fascinating life,

comedian Dante Nero delivers bold, philosophical comedy that pulls no punches.

Dante is also an accomplished actor, with appearances on acclaimed TV shows such as Chappelle's Show, Fringe on FOX, Damages on FX, and the NBC crime drama The Blacklist.

Social Media and Online Presence

Dante Nero's primary online platform is his podcast and website, dantenero.com, which serves as a hub for his stand-up dates and his self-help/advice brand. His work on

The Beige Philip Show and Man School 202 has built a dedicated cult following online, demonstrating his ability to connect with an audience on a deeper, more philosophical level than many of his contemporaries.

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