Josh Blue has been a fast-rising star sincefirst appearing on Comedy Central's "Mind of Mencia" before gainingthe attention and endearment of the country as a favorite on NBC's "LastComic Standing." Josh is a diverse and triumphant individual - hilariousstand-up comedian, stand-out guest star on television, talented artist, andstellar U.S. Paralympic Soccer player - refusing to bow to any of thechallenges that come from living with Cerebral Palsy. Blue jokes, "Irealize that people are going to stare so I want to give them something tostare at." Josh uses his incredible sense of humor and versatile personato defy stereotypes and encourage others to overcome their preconceived notionsabout people who are considered "disabled." His unique brand of"reverse teasing" affords him the great joy of "humblingcondescending people." Josh's stand-out performances at the 2004 Las VegasComedy Festival earned him $10,000 as Grand Prize Winner of the Royal FlushComedy Competition. He has appeared on NBC, MSNBC, FOX News, and Fox SportsNet. In 2005, Josh emerged as a major force on the college circuit with MainStage Showcases that garnered rave reviews and a helped earn him a nominationfor BEST DIVERSITY EVENT OF 2006 by APCA. A Lewis & Clark College programmerremarked "Not only did Josh Blue receive a standing ovation, but he wasthe funniest comedian of the entire three day convention." From comedyclubs and theater engagements to college campuses and corporate events,wherever he takes the stage Josh elicits a wildly appreciative crowd response.His uncanny ability to improvise with any audience coupled with comedic timingrarely found in a performer of his age has enabled Josh to rapidly develop afan base across the country. His rise is perhaps best described by a well knownclub owner following a recent show when he exclaimed: "Josh is rollinglike a ROCK STAR!"
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