Bo Burnham

About

Bo Burnham is an American comedian, actor, poet, musician, and director. He is best known for his work on YouTube, where his content blends satirical humor with various musical styles. His stand-up comedy has been featured on Comedy Central specials, as well as his Netflix comedy specials, which have garnered widespread acclaim.

Bo Burnham Timeline

1990

Bo Burnham is Born

On August 21, 1990, Bo Burnham is born in Hamilton, Massachusetts.

2006

Performs Stand Up Comedy at Open Mic

At the age of 16, Burnham performs stand up comedy for the first time at an open mic night in Boston.

2007

Releases 1st Album

Burnham releases his debut album "Bo Fo Sho" and begins to gain notoriety.

2008

Appears on Comedy Central Presents

Burnham makes his television debut on Comedy Central's stand up showcase series.

2010

1st Comedy Special Debuts

Burnham's first comedy special "Words, Words, Words" debuts on Comedy Central.

2013

Directorial Debut with Feature Film

Burnham directs his first feature film "Eighth Grade" which premieres at the Sundance Film Festival.

2018

2nd Comedy Special Premieres

Burnham's second comedy special "Make Happy" premieres on Netflix.

5 Interesting Facts about Bo Burnham

1. Youngest Comedian to Record a Comedy Special

At age 18, Bo Burnham became the youngest comedian to record a comedy special for Comedy Central.

2. First YouTube Star

Bo Burnham was one of the first YouTube stars, amassing millions of views for his comedic music videos.

3. Started Comedy Career at Age

Bo Burnham began his comedy career at age 16, performing and writing jokes in Boston area clubs.

4. Won a Peabody Award

In 2018, Bo Burnham won a Peabody Award for his Netflix special "Make Happy".

5. Wrote a Book of Poetry

In 2020, Bo Burnham released a book of poetry titled "Egghead: Or, You Can't Survive on Ideas Alone".

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Bo Burnham birthday?

Bo Burnham is an American comedian, actor, musician and internet celebrity who was born on August 21, 1990, and is currently 33 years old. He rose to fame through comic videos he posted on YouTube in 2006, and is best known for his works that explore the subjects of race, gender, and sexuality.

What is the Net Worth of Bo Burnham?

Bo Burnham has an estimated net worth of $4M. He is known primarily for his comedy and music career, appearing on shows such as The Ellen Show, Comedy Central, and Saturday Night Live. His wealth comes from his income from live comedy shows, television series, and his projects in film and music.