news | February 08, 2026

Rip Micheals - Age, Family, Bio

Acclaimed comedian who won the 2013 Bay Area Block Competition and was named Comedian of the Year twice by APCA. He was also named College Entertainer of the Year by the American Comic Awards and USO and MWR Comedian of the Year in 2008, 2009, and 2011. 

Before Fame

He has performed at over 30 military bases. 

Trivia

He was cast on MTV's Wild 'N Out and has appeared on other television shows such as According to Him and Her, 106 and Park, Bad Boys of Comedy, Starz Standup, and more. His film credits include Men in Black 3, Love Don't Cost a Thing, and Player's Ball. 

Family Life

He was born in Chicago, Illinois. He was a single father while raising his daughter. 

Associated With

He has opened for and/or toured with Kevin Hart, Martin Lawrence, Mo'Nique, and Cedric the Entertainer, to name a few.