Chris Powell (comedian)
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Christopher Powell, also known as Comedian CP, is an American actor, writer, and comedian. He appeared on
Life and career
Powell was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan.[1] He attended Mumford High School and received his bachelor's degree in communication studies from Michigan State University.[1] In college he joined the fraternity Kappa Alpha Psi.[2]
Powell worked in advertising before leaving in 2010 to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.[3] His monthly comedy show at Saint Andrew's Hall, "The CP Show", helped him gain wider prominence, in addition to posting comedic videos online.[1][3]
In 2015, Powell booked his first television role in a recurring role on
Powell acted in a supporting role on season two of the
Personal life
Powell is married.[6]
References
- ^ a b c d e Steinberg, Stephanie. "Comedian CP promises you'll see Detroit in 'Detroiters'". The Detroit News. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
- ^ Stamm, Alan (2015-11-17). "Update: Comedian CP Vows to Represent Detroit Fairly in Pending TV Comedy". www.deadlinedetroit.com. Archived from the original on 2015-11-19. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
- ^ a b c Hinds, Julie. "Detroit comic CP smiling about 'Empire' role, TV pilot". Detroit Free Press. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
- ^ "William Jackson Harper To Star In Season 2 Of 'Love Life' On HBO". Essence. 4 October 2021. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
- ^ Otterson, Joe (2021-05-03). "Jessica Williams, Chris Powell Board 'Love Life' Season 2 at HBO Max, Show Adds New Co-Showrunner". Variety. Archived from the original on 2021-05-03. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
- ^ Inman, DeMicia (2021-10-28). "Chris "Comedian CP" Powell Says 'Love Life' Season 2 Shows A Different Side Of Single Men". VIBE.com. Archived from the original on 2021-10-28. Retrieved 2022-01-02.
External links
- Chris Powell at IMDb
- Official Instagram