Michael Blackson Net Worth, Wife, Age, Wiki, Bio, Height

Introduction

Michael Blackson is a Ghanaian-American comedian and actor known for his raunchy humor and exaggerated African accent. He has gained a cult following through stand-up comedy shows as well as appearances in films and TV shows.

Michael Blackson supporting Philadelphia Eagles

Bio/Wiki

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Full NameJafari Ferguson
Also Known AsAfrican King of Comedy
Profession(s)Comedian, Actor
Date of BirthNovember 28, 1972
Age50 years (as of 2023)
Place of BirthGhana
NationalityGhanaian-American
Zodiac SignSagittarius
Ancestry & HeritageGhanaian

Physical Stats

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Height6 ft 3 in or 191 cm
Weight91 kg or 200 lbs
Body MeasurementsChest – 48 in or 122 cm<br>Waist – 38 in or 97 cm<br>Biceps – 16 in or 41 cm
Eye ColourDark Brown
Hair ColourBald
Michael Blackson with his mom

Family & Relationships

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ParentsAbena Ferguson (mother)
Siblings2 brothers
AffairsSingle
RelationshipMarried
Partner/SpouseRada Darling
Children4

Education & Early Life

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SchoolingHigh school in Philadelphia, USA
Higher EducationNone
Early LifeBorn in Ghana and migrated to USA at age 13
Early InfluencesInspired by Eddie Murphy comedy films as a teenager
Michael Blackson with Justina Valentine

Career

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DebutMinor TV and film roles (early 1990s)
Significant WorksNext Friday, The Savages, Meet the Blacks
Filmography/DiscographyOver 50 acting credits in films and TV shows
Tours & Live ShowsExtensive US stand-up touring
CollaborationsCollaborated with comics like Kevin Hart
DocumentariesMichael Blackson: African King of Comedy (2019)

Net Worth & Assets

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Net Worth$2 million
PropertiesHomes in Los Angeles and Ghana
Business VenturesThe Michael Blackson Foundation

Trivia & Miscellaneous

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Hobbies & InterestsSoccer, philanthropy
ControversiesKnown for raunchy, sexual humor
Philanthropy & ActivismHis own foundation for Ghanaian youth
Public ImageCult following as an over-the-top raunchy comic
Personal ChallengesAdjusting after migrating to America as a teen
Notable InterviewsThe Breakfast Club, Comedy Hype, Vlad TV
Publications & BooksNone
Personal AnecdotesUnable to speak English when he first moved to America
Quotes“I’m not gonna stop until Africa is as developed as the motherf***** United States.”
Michael Blackson with Chris Rock Jon Stewart

Social Media & Online Presence

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Instagram Handle@michaelblackson
Twitter Handle@michaelblackson
Facebook Handle@TheMichaelBlackson
Youtube ChannelMichael Blackson TV
TikTok@michaelblackson

Legacy & Influence

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Cultural ReferencesKnown for catchphrase “African King of Comedy”
Achievements Outside ComedyStarted his own charitable foundation
MentorshipSupports up-and-coming African comedians and actors
LegacyHelped bring African stand-up comedy into the mainstream
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