Bruce Bruce is a name synonymous with keeping audiences rolling with laughter thanks to his captivating improv skills and larger than life comedic style. Bruce's steady style of comedy has been showcased across the country and he has been entertaining audiences young and old from all walks of life for years. His wit, spontaneity and dazzling personality sets him apart from other standup comedians. Although Bruce is known for his adult comedy, he prides himself on not using vulgarity to win a laugh, and is no stranger in winning over new audiences with every appearance. From his role as host of BET's 10th "Comic View" for two seasons to his many appearances on TV and film, Bruce is clearly a comedian that his found and made his mark in the business. Bruce recently headlined the 2008 Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal, leaving the audiences north of the border in stitches. On the feature film front, Bruce made a cameo in the HBO Films feature Idlewild, and appeared in Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector. He also appeared in the comedy Who’s Your Caddy as “Golf Ball Eddie.”
Bruceis one of the nation’s favorite standup comedians, and will hit the road again this fall with a national comedy tour. In addition to standup comedy, film and TV, Bruce can also add author to his list of credits. Bruce released his first book Baby James Brown from Penguin Publishing. Within those pages you will find hilarious stories from his childhood and learn more about what makes Bruce Bruce one of the most popular comedians in the business today.
Bruce's comedy can actually be traced back to when he was working as a chef directly out of high school. He would entertain his customers with his humor while cooking up mean BBQ dishes. Bruce also worked as a Frito-Lays salesman and did everything from shelf placement to performing his comedy sets during their corporate meetings. Eventually, Bruce brought his comedic routine to the Comedy Act Theater in Atlanta where he was an instant hit. When BET’s”Coast to Coast” came to town searching for new and talented stand-up comedians, Bruce pursued the opportunity to appear on the show and incessantly auditioned at each club in the area. Ultimately, he appeared on the show three times. In 1993, Bruce made his first appearance on HBO's "Def Comedy Jam;" followed quickly by an impressive appearance on "Showtime at the Apollo," hosted by Steve Harvey in 1994. His performance was so strong and impressive that the Apollo asked him back to perform two more times in 1995.
His career skyrocketed from there. After receiving the highest ratings ever as the host of BET's 10th Anniversary "Comic View" for two seasons, Bruce returned to the BET family as the two-time host of the highly rated "Coming to the Stage."Bruce went on to star in his own "Comedy Central Presents" special which he followed with an UrbanWorks Entertainment release of his One-Hour comedy special DVD "Bruce Bruce Live". On the big screen, Bruce has created unforgettably crazy characters like "Lime Pimp" in Hair Show starring Mo'Nique and ”Dewayne”, the lovable security guard in The Wash. starring Snoop Dog and Dr. Dre. He can also be seen in Ice Cube's XXX: State of the Union.
Bruce’s bigger than life personality has transcended onto the music video scene as well. He has made guest appearances in videos with Ludacris and the Ying Yang Twins (after being named in their hit song "Salt Shaker"). He appeared in the monstrous 1996 summer hit "Come On Ride the Train (Ride It)" by Quad City DJs and can also be seen in Outkast's music video "So Fresh, So Clean."
Bruce’s memorable festival appearances include the prestigious Black Film Festival in Acapulco (2001), the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal (2000, 2003 and 2008), Laffapalooza Festival in Atlanta, GA (1999-2002) and the US Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen (2002).
When not performing in comedy clubs across the country, Bruce divides his time between his homes in Atlanta and Los Angeles. He is also extremely dedicated to his incredible car collection, which includes two Harley Davidson trucks and four Buick muscle cars, among others.
Who I'd like to meet:
Everyone
Come see me perform LIVE at a city near you
October 17-19, 2008 Funny Bone - Hartford, CT SOLD OUT!
December 19-21, 2008 Comedy House Theater - Columbia, SC SOLD OUT!
January 9-11, 2009 Zanies Comedy Club - Nashville, TN SOLD OUT!
January 30-31, 2009 Wilbur Theater - Boston, MA SOLD OUT!
February 6-8, 2009 Funny Bone - Richmond, VA SOLD OUT!
February 14, 2009 San Antonio Municipal Auditorium - San Antonio, TX SOLD OUT!
February 20-22, 2009 Improv - Kansas City, MO SOLD OUT!
March 6-8, 2009 Improv - Houston, TX SOLD OUT!
March 13-15, 2009 Improv - Miami, FL SOLD OUT!
March 20-22, 2009 Improv - San Jose, CA SOLD OUT!
April 3-5, 2009 Goodnight's - Raleigh, NC SOLD OUT!
May 1-3, 2009 Toledo Funny Bone - Perrysburg, OH SOLD OUT!
May 8-10, 2009 Improv - West Palm Beach, FL SOLD OUT!
May 29-31, 2009 House of Comedy - St. Louis, MO SOLD OUT!
June 5-7, 2009 Funny Bone - Columbus, OH SOLD OUT!
June 12-14, 2009 Improv - Cleveland, OH SOLD OUT!
July 24-26, 2009 The Comedy Club at the Stardome - Hoover, AL SOLD OUT!
August 6-9, 2009 Funny Bone - Dayton, OH
August 14-16, 2009 Improv - Ft. Lauderdale, FL SOLD OUT!
August 21-23, 2009 Funny Bone - Virginia Beach, VA SOLD OUT!
September 12, 2009 Civic Center - Atlanta, GA
October 2-4, 2009 Improv - Addison, TX SOLD OUT!
October 14-17, 2009 - Various Air Force and Naval Bases in Japan SOLD OUT!
October 9-11, 2009 Funny Bone - Hartford, CT SOLD OUT!
October 23-25, 2009 Tommy T's - Pleasanton, CA SOLD OUT!
November 6, 2009 Knoxville Civic Aud (UT)- Knoxville, TN SOLD OUT!
November 13-15, 2009 Improv - Tampa, FL SOLD OUT!
November 27, 2009 Ambassador- St. Louis, MO
November 28, 2009 Robinson Center- Little Rock, AR
December 11-13, 2009 Comedy House Theater - Columbia, SC
December 26, 2009 Hampton Coliseum - Hampton, VA
January 1-3, 2010 4th Street Live - Louisville, KY
January 8-10, 2010 Zanie's - Nashville, TN
January 15-17, 2010 Comedy Works-Down Town - Denver, CO
February 12, 2010 Liacouras Center- Philadelphia, PA
February 13, 2010 Harker Heights Event Center- Killeen, TX
what's up bruce bruce just stop bye to show u love. could u come to brunswick,ga and do a show if u decide to let me know ahead of time so i can take off work to see me some bruce bruce
Had a good time at the house last time you stopped threw. be sure to stop by again, my mom is cooking again! I'll be there at the show in december. Your friend Lester Jr.
When are you coming to Columbus Ga.? I absolutely love you. I saw you @ the Piccadilly in Riverdale and almost tripped over chairs trying to speak to you..lol..Keep up the great work!! Much love Bruce
Just showin you some love... Waiting for you to come back to PITTSBURGH, PA. That was a great show at the Byham Theatre. Gotta get you into a bigger spot though with some lights, it was too dark for you to really mess with anyone. God Bless.
wuts homie im big zeke look out 4 my comedy cd king of tha buffett tribute to you and other comedians dat inspired a big man like myself to do wut i do
