Ty Barnett *Special Engagement* April 24, 2009

A funny, thought-provoking and edgy comic, Ty is probably best known for his runner-up performances on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, losing to the handicapped Josh Blue. The Chicago native, who has been performing since his high school days on the city's south side, describes his comedy as comfortably social with funny political views that aren't forced on the audience. He began touring - and earning rave reviews - in California, Oregon and Canada before being voted Up-and-coming Comedian of the Year in 2002 at the Las Vegas Comedy Festival. He first gained the attention of Hollywood after being named Outstanding Performer at Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival. Since then, Barnett has appeared on NBC's The Tonight Show with Jay Leno as well as Jimmy Kimmel Live and is a regular on the Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson. Additional television credits include Comedy Central Presents Ty Barnett, Premium Blend and numerous television commercials, and he appeared in the feature film Stand-up. He has also become a recurring character on FOX-TV’s hit series Til Death. On the comedy club circuit, Barnett has performed at the Improv, Caroline's, The Comic Strip, Caesar's Palace, Zanie's and The Ice House, and is one of the most requested comedians across the country.

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