Jerrod Carmichael

Rothaniel Jerrod Carmichael, born on April 6, 1987, is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and filmmaker. He gained recognition for his three stand-up comedy specials on HBO: Love at the Store (2014), 8 (2017), and Rothaniel (2022). Carmichael's notable work includes co-creating, co-writing, producing, and starring in the semi-autobiographical NBC sitcom The Carmichael Show (2015–2017). He also directed, produced, and starred in the film On the Count of Three (2021). In 2022, Carmichael won a Primetime Emmy Award for writing Rothaniel and was nominated for guest hosting Saturday Night Live. Born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Carmichael grew up in a financially challenged background, which often influences his comedy. He draws inspiration from comedic legends George Carlin and Bill Cosby.