• His journey from a fourth-grade teacher with a passion for comedy to a seasoned stand-up performer with over 40 years of experience, Brad Upton.

  • Apr 25 2024
  • Length: 32 mins
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His journey from a fourth-grade teacher with a passion for comedy to a seasoned stand-up performer with over 40 years of experience, Brad Upton.

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  • Brad Upton, a comedian with 36 years of experience in standup, gained widespread recognition after a viral video on Dry Bar Comedy in 2018. Despite initially teaching fourth grade and coaching track in Pasco, WA, Brad transitioned to full-time comedy in 1986 and remained based in Seattle. Over the years, he headlined comedy clubs nationwide, opened for renowned music acts, and performed at corporate events.
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    Notably, he won the Las Vegas Comedy Festival in 2002 and toured with Joan Rivers and Johnny Mathis. However, it was his success on Dry Bar Comedy, with a clip about millennials garnering millions of views, that propelled him to internet stardom.
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    This newfound fame led to appearances at the Grand Ole Opry and a surge in popularity across social media platforms. Despite a health scare in 2022, Brad remains grateful for the late career validation and continues to perform tirelessly across the country.
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