Michael Yo Bio | Wiki
Michael Yo ( Full Name: Michael Yo Simmons) is a preeminent American television host, stand-up comedian, and actor. As of now, he works as the host of Yo Show on Yahoo! TV. Furthermore, Michael also appears regularly as a pop culture commentator on Showbiz Tonight, as a guest host for The Talk on CBS, and on the comedy panel of Chelsea Lately.
Previously, he co-hosted The Insider on CBS. Moreover, Michael’s film credits include Sofia Coppola’s Bling Ring, The Cookout 2, and Losing Control. He also played football for the University of Arkansas. However, due to multiple concussions, Michael’s career was cut short. On November 27, 2018, Blasian, his stand-up special debut was released.
Michael Yo Age
He was born on November 20, 1974, in Houston, Texas, United States. Michael is 48 years old.
Michael Yo Height
He is a man of above-average stature. Michael stands at a height of 6 ft 3 in (Approx 1.91m).
Michael Yo Family | Parents
He was born to a Korean mother and an African-American father in Houston, Texas, the United States. However, Michael has not uttered their names to the public or shared whether he or not he has any siblings. Therefore, Michael’s parent’s and siblings’ whereabouts are currently not available.
Michael Yo Wife
He is a married man. Michael is blissfully hitched to his loving and caring wife named Claire Elise ( nee Schreiner). She is an American beauty pageant winner and former athlete born on October 12, 1987, in Grant, Nebraska. Furthermore, Claire was the Miss Wyoming USA 2010 titleholder. Moreover, she placed 11th in the Miss USA 2010 pageant. He proposed to her on July 26, 2015. As a couple, they exchanged their wedding vows on February 14, 2016. Together, they commemorate 6 years anniversary and are proud parents of one stunning son and one beautiful daughter.
Michael Yo Education
He went to a renowned high school in Texas and graduated with his high school diploma.
Michael Yo Comedian | Comedy
Previously, he worked as a correspondent for Extra, The Daily 10, and E! News. Michael coached Khloé Kardashian and Kourtney as radio DJs for their show Kourtney & Khloé Take Miami on E! On July 23, 2012, he began a podcast together with comedian Jo Koy called The Michael Yo and Jo Koy Show. It was announced in November 2018 that his family comedy (inspired by his own life) was in development at Fox which he would produce, co-write, and star.
He appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience on April 9, 2019, February 27, 2020, and May 12, 2020. Michael appeared on season 15 of America’s Got Talent. He received a yes from all 4 judges performing stand-up comedy and progressed to the next round. However, in the Quarter-Finals, Michael was eliminated. He appeared as a judge in 2022 on the Netflix baking competition Is It Cake?
Michael Yo Blasian
He is the writer and starring of his debut stand-up special called Blasian. It was released on November 27, 2018. Here, Michael speaks about the issues of growing up half Asian and Black in a place where he really stood out. He also navigates marriage as well as his ultimate job as a father to his Black, Asian, and White son.
Michael Yo Fear Factor
Michael appeared in a season one episode of Fear Factor in 2001. Here, contestants had to hang upside down in a water tank, eat sheep’s eyes, and free fall from a hotel window hundreds of feet high.
Michael Yo Net Worth
Having been working as a television host, stand-up comedian, and actor for more than two decades now, he has managed to garner good affluence in his career thus far. Online resources estimate Michael’s net worth to be $18,445,659.
Who Is Michael Yo
He is a 48-year-old preeminent American television host, stand-up comedian, and actor working as the host of Yo Show on Yahoo! TV. Furthermore, Michael also appears regularly as a pop culture commentator on Showbiz Tonight, as a guest host for The Talk on CBS, and on the comedy panel of Chelsea Lately.
How Old Is Michael Yo
He is 48 years old. Michael was born on November 20, 1974, in Houston, Texas, United States. Thus, he relishes and commemorates his birthday on November 20 each and every year.