Russell Peters Biography - Facts, Childhood, Family Life & Achievements
Russell Peters
(The First Comedian to Get a Netflix Stand-up Special)Birthday: September 29, 1970 (Libra)
Born In: Toronto, Canada
Advanced SearchRussell Dominic Peters is a hugely popular comedian from Canada who is counted as one of the highest-paid comedians in the world. After struggling to establish himself for years, he instantly became a huge sensation in the international comedy scenario when a YouTube video of his stand-up comedy show went viral. He is popular all around the world, often performing in sold-out stadiums across international venues. He is of South-Asian descent, and growing up in Canada he was mercilessly bullied in school and was often called ‘Paki’. He was also diagnosed with ADD or ADHD which added to his difficulties. To get over the humility of being bullied, he learned boxing which helped him in self-defense. Eventually he was able to get over his turbulent youth and entered the entertainment industry. Along with being a comedian, he is also an actor and has acted in various films such as ‘Breakaway’ and ‘Source Code,’ and in television in ‘The Jack Docherty Show’, ‘Royal Canadian Air Farce’, and ‘Just For Laughs’. Russell is currently based in the USA, though he states that his roots are still in Canada.
Quick FactsCanadian Celebrities Born In September
Also Known As: Russell Dominic Peters
Age: 53 Years, 53 Year Old Males
Family:Spouse/Ex-: Monica Diaz (2010-2012)
father: Eric Peters
mother: Maureen Peters
siblings: Clayton Peters
children: Crystianna Marie Peters
Born Country: Canada
Stand-up Comedians Canadian Men
Ancestry: Indian Canadian, English Canadian
City: Toronto, Canada
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Where is Russell Peters from?
Russell Peters is from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. - 2
What is Russell Peters known for?
Russell Peters is known for his stand-up comedy and for being one of the first comedians to achieve worldwide success with his comedy specials. - 3
How did Russell Peters start his comedy career?
Russell Peters started his comedy career by performing at open mic nights in Toronto and gradually built a following through his diverse and relatable humor. - 4
What are some of Russell Peters' popular comedy specials?
Some of Russell Peters' popular comedy specials include "Outsourced," "Red, White and Brown," and "Almost Famous." - 5
Has Russell Peters acted in any movies or TV shows?
Yes, Russell Peters has appeared in several movies and TV shows, including "Breakaway," "The Indian Detective," and "The Jungle Book."
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Canadian PeopleCanadian Stand-up ComediansCanadian Film & Theater Personalities CareerRussell Peters started his career at a young age in 1989 performing comedy shows in Toronto. He is deeply influenced by George Carlin, Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy, and Don Rickles. He got the chance to meet Carlin in 1992. The senior comedian advised him to use the stage as much as possible; something that Peters took very seriously, becoming hugely successful eventually. He hosted one of the last shows of Carlin before he died in 2008.Peters appeared on CBC’s comedy show ‘Comics!’ which drew much popularity as well as criticism. Even though the show was severely criticized as low by ‘Eye Weekly,’ he was nominated for a ‘Gemini Award’ for his performance.In 2004, he performed in the Canadian TV show ‘Comedy Now!’ The entire show and several of its separate segments were uploaded onto YouTube, where they instantly went viral marking his career graph upwards. In 2006, he also played the role of an anchor in the Canada Day Comedy Festival and in the fall of the same year, acted in the CBC Radio One’s comedy show called ‘Monsoon House’.In 2006, he gave back to back sold-out performances at the Beacon Theatre in New York. He recorded an album of his first feature-length performance called ‘Outsourced’, which was telecast on the Comedy Central channel on 26th August 2006. Its uncensored DVD version sold over 100,000 copies and it was on the national DVD chart for more than one and a half years.In 2007, he performed across venues in Iraq, Greenland, Germany, and Africa for the non profit organization ‘United Service Organizations Inc. (USO) along with singers Wilmer Valderrama and Mayra Veronica.The same year he also performed at the Air Canada Centre, becoming the first comedian to have a sold-out performance. For the single show, more than 16,000 tickets were sold in two days. He hosted Juno awards in 2008 and 2009 winning a Gemini award for the former.He performed at the largest stand-up comedy show in Australia ever on 15th May 2010 in front of 13,880 people. He also performed in front of a record number of crowds at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on 5th and 6th May in 2012.Continue Reading Below Awards & AchievementsIn 2007, he won ‘Dave Broadfoot Award’ and in 2008 the ‘Live/Best Stand-Up - Large Venue’ at the Canadian Comedy Awards.He won an ‘NAACP Image Award’ in 2011.He was presented with the ‘Trailblazer Award’ in 2013 by the ‘Associations of South Asians in Media, Marketing and Entertainment’ for his contributions in the field of entertainment and comedy.Personal LifeRussell Peters was born in Toronto, Canada on 29th September 1970 to Eric Peters, a federal meat inspector, and Maureen Peters. He is of Anglo-Indian descent. His family shifted to Brampton when he was four years old. He has an older brother named Clayton Peters who is his manager.He studied in Chinguacousy Secondary School and the North Peel Secondary School.He dated Bollywood actress Sunny Leone in 2008. On 10th July 2010 he proposed to his girlfriend Monica Diaz at Los Angeles International Airport and they got married on 20th August the same year. On 14th December 2010 his daughter Crystianna Marie Peters was born. He divorced his wife in 2012. He is currently engaged to Ruzanna Khetchian.Facts About Russell PetersRussell Peters was the first comedian to sell out Toronto's Air Canada Centre, setting a record for the highest attendance for a stand-up comedy show in Canada.He is known for his ability to mimic accents and dialects from around the world, showcasing his talent for observations about cultural differences in a humorous way.In 2009, Russell Peters was awarded the Gemini Award for "Best Performance or Host in a Variety Program or Series" for his comedy special "Russell Peters: Red, White, and Brown." Peters has been involved in philanthropic efforts, including supporting various charitable organizations and initiatives, such as the Russell Peters North Peel Scholarship.He has appeared in several movies and TV shows, including "Source Code," "Breakaway," and "The Indian Detective," showcasing his versatility as a performer beyond stand-up comedy.ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7tbTEn5imp6Wovaa7z6WcZ5ufonyxvs6foKWdo2S%2Ftr%2FSnqOlZaCawaa%2B0mZoa3BjanuxtM9lYw%3D%3D