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The Top 5 Gay Comedians You Should Pay Attention To

The world of comedy has its key LGBTQ figures, so here are five gay comedians you should listen to.

May 28, 2019

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The Top 5 Gay Comedians You Should Pay Attention To

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There have been many great comedians over the years. Many turn to comedy to escape their everyday lives. Some turn to comedy to cope with their everyday lives. The comedy world has its key LGBTQ figures. Ellen DeGeneres had a historic coming out, paving the way for others to be out and proud in comedy.

Here are the top five gay comedians you should be paying attention to.

5. Michael Henry

Michael Henry has a YouTube channel where he uploads short skits. They mostly deal with everyday situations gay men can relate to. With all the humor, however, there is usually a message as well.

4. Christopher Smith Bryant

Christopher Smith Bryant uses his southern upbringing and homophobic mother to his advantage. By making them a part of his act, he gives those in similar situations the ability to laugh. And maybe they're able to hang on to a bit of hope.

3. Tom Allen

Tom Allen is an openly gay comedian from the UK. He performed at the Apollo and has been featured on Comedy Central. His routine on gay marriage vs. straight marriage is one worth listening to.

2. Joel Kim Booster

Joel Kim Booster often gives a humorous take on being an adopted Asian child in a white family. His sexuality also makes its way into his act and the result is hilarious.

1. Matteo Lane

He can give Ariana Grande a run for her money with his ability to hit high notes. He can also leave his audience in stitches with his routines. Matteo Lane's range of talent makes him a stand out in comedy.

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