Karlous Miller
Karlous Miller
Karlous Miller | |
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| Born | April 2, 1983 Oxford, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Occupation | Comedian, actor |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Years active | 2004–present |
Karlous Miller is an American comedian and actor. He began his comedy career in Atlanta, Georgia and is widely known for being a cast member on MTV's Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'n Out.
Karlous Miller | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 2, 1983 Oxford, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Occupation | Comedian, actor |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Years active | 2004–present |
Early life
Career
Miller moved to Atlanta, Georgia in 2005 and began a career in comedy. His first television appearance was on Robert Townsends: Partners in Crime - The New Generation.[3] He has since appeared in multiple televisions shows such as Hell Date ,Yo Momma, Bill Bellamy's Who's Got Jokes, The Mo'nique Show, Off the Chain, Comic View, Last Comic Standing and Wild 'N Out
Currently based out of Atlanta, Georgia Karlous has performed in London, Germany, St.Thomas, Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, and various colleges throughout the United States.[7] Miller also states this his comedic influences consist of Redd Foxx, Bernie Mac, Mo'Nique, Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Cedric the Entertainer and Steve Harvey.[8]
In addition to comedy, Miller is said to have a passion for music.[9] He has also worked along musicians such as Case, Gucci Mane, Dem Franchize Boyz, Granddaddy Souf, Big Oomp, Jermaine Dupri and T.I..
Ultimately, Miller is known for his role in Wild 'N Out and his notorious "wildstyle" battles with fellow alum Chico Bean. Partaking in a series of improvisational musical and comedic games Miller is praised for his comedic genius and witty punchlines. In October 2018, Miller confirmed on the Breakfast Club that he had been fired from the show, but eventually was brought back to the show at the urging of fans.
Miller is a part owner of a podcast, the 85 South Show with his co-hosts DC Young Fly, Chico Bean and Clayton English.
Personal life
Miller resides in Atlanta, Georgia and co-parents his son with his previous partner and comedian Ashima Franklin. Miller attributes his comedic influence to his family and acknowledges them in his boisterous and edgy humour.