Black Canadian Creators Spotlight: Comedian — Clif Knight
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Prepare to be entertained as we shine the spotlight on comedian, Clif Knight! Follow along to uncover the laughter-filled journey of this remarkable Black Creator.
@cliffy_so_funny
Comedian, musician, cat-daddy and watch-pin enthusiast.
Bonjour and Hi Clif! Thanks for taking the time to let us get to know you. Alrighty then, here’s the first question:
Like Rafiki vibes when he asked Simba, I gotta ask you something really important: Who you be? Like, for real though, who are you?
I’m Clif Knight. I’m a standup, sketch, musical, and TikTok comedian.
I enjoy making content that people will laugh at and performing on stage. I try to sometimes throw in some of my cultures from Guyana, so not only will people learn more about it but mostly to have people from the Caribbean diaspora have something to relate to more in popular culture since we are typically underrepresented in media.
I perform everywhere, mostly in Toronto, and am available for private comedy shows, fundraisers, weddings, and any other type of event that you’d like a little funny at.
What got you into comedy? Who or what inspired you to jump into the hilarious world of laughter?
I’ve always been a fan of standup greats from Pryor to Mac to Chappelle, but really started to think of comedy as achievable when I began enjoying Paul Keens Douglas, a Caribbean storyteller that would weave tales full of hilarious and relatable characters that would have me and my family laughing at him, and ourselves for hours.
When I got to Toronto I found out that one could just… do standup at open mics, and just kept working at it until I had a few jokes under my belt, and now, I do clubs around the country and internationally. Gotta love it.
What gear are you rocking to capture your TikTok videos? Curious to know about the equipment you’re using.
I record and edit on my phone, I have two tripods with a ring light, extra batteries, and some basic props.
Do you have any favorite comedians or TikTokers you’re into right now?
Locals that I love include Abbas Wahab (@abbasswahab_) Edworld (@edworldbkim4sure) and Neema (@neemanaz), Including Guyanese creators, include Wello (@wellonyc), Tenn Buick (@tennbuick) and Kiemarley (@kiemarley)
What’s the coolest feedback or review you’ve ever gotten about your stuff? I’m talking about that one comment that made you go, “Wow, I’m doing something right!”
I’ve managed to garner a few genuine fans who always have great insight or relate very closely to my content and that to me is the best.
Got anything cool coming up that you wanna spill the beans on? Any exciting projects, news, or events you’re dying to share?
All upcoming projects are posted on my Twitter @cliffy_so_funny
You can also find Clif by visiting: https://linktr.ee/clifknightcomic
Thank you so much, Clif for taking the time to chat with us and giving us the opportunity to discover a new Black Canadian Creator like yourself!
