Comedian Godfrey Biography
Comedian Godfrey (Full Name: Godfrey C. Danchimah Jr.) is a famous American comedian, impressionist, and actor. He has starred in BET, VH1, and Comedy Central. As an actor, Godfrey appeared in movies like Original Gangstas, Zoolander, Johnson Family Vacation, and Soul Plane. He is now a regular performer at the comedy club Comedy Cellar in New York. In addition, he has voiced Mr. Stubborn and Mr. Tall in The Mr. Men Show.
Comedian Godfrey’s Facts
| Birthday: | July 21, 1969 |
| Birthplace: | Lincoln, Nebraska, USA |
| Age: | 54 |
| Son: | No Son |
| Wife | Not Married |
| Height: | 5 ft 11 in or 1.8m |
Comedian Godfrey Parents
Comedian Godfrey was born on July 21, 1969, in Lincoln, Nebraska, in the United States to Nigerian parents. He holds American nationality and is from the Igbo tribe. His parents moved to the States as they escaped the Nigerian Civil War. Godfrey grew up in Chicago and his nephew is Nigerian musician Sonny Okosun.
Comedian Godfrey Wife
Godfrey is not married yet and he does not have a wife. This is because he chose to keep his personal life away from the public, However, on February 8, 2014, he posted a photo of his girlfriend stating, “I take pics of my girlfriend while she’s talking. She hates it but I don’t care!!”
Education
Godfrey studied at Lane Technical College Preparatory High School. After graduating, he enrolled at the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign and pursued a Psychology major. During his time there, he made the varsity football team and also performed at a traditional talent show. Godfrey discovered his comedic talent as he was impressing his coaches and teammates.
Stand Up Comedian Godfrey
He is known to be a stand-up comedian who gained his skills at the All Jokes Aside comedy club in Chicago in the 1990s. Godfrey had his debut at Carolines on Broadway and the Comic Strip Live in 1995. He then became the warm-up comedian for Cosby and Soul Man behind the cameras. Moreover, Godfrey had his first on-camera appearance performing stand-up comedy for NBC’s Friday Night Videos.
His comedy has led him to the Aspen Comedy Festival and Comedy Central’s Premium Blend. He had his “Godfrey: Black by Accident” a one-hour special show on January 22, 2011, at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City. In addition, Godfrey had his second special “Godfrey: Regular Black” in Chicago on August 12, 2016.
Black
He had his “Godfrey: Black by Accident” a one-hour special show on January 22, 2011, at the Gramercy Theatre in New York City. Godfrey then had his second special “Godfrey: Regular Black” in Chicago on August 12, 2016.
Nigerian
He holds Nigerian roots as his parents are from Nigeria and is of the Igbo tribe. However, he has spent most of his life in the United States.
Podcast
Godfrey has a comedy podcast, In Godfrey We Trust on GaS Digital Network. In his show, he is joined by some of his best friends in comedy, Hip-Hop, and Hollywood. They then talk about events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV, and also Kung Fu. As of May 29, 2024, the podcast has 526 episodes.
Movies And TV Shows
Godfred has appeared in several movies and TV shows some of which include:
Movies
- Original Gangstas as Marcus in 1996.
- Zoolander as Janitor Derek in 2001.
- Soul Plane as First Officer Leslie Gaemon in 2004.
- Phat Girlz as Akibo in 2006.
- Stand Up as Dante in 2008.
- Omar was Saved from Cheating as Omar in 2009.
- The Binge as Hags’ Father in 2020.
- Americanish as Gabriel Jackson in 2021.
- The Perfect Find as Jimmy in 2023.
TV Shows
- Midnight Mac as HBO Executive in 1995.
- LateLine as Mfune Umbwebwe in 1999.
- The It Factor as Himself in 2002.
- Third Watch as Ricky in 2002.
- I Love the ’80s Strikes Back as Himself in 2003.
- Comedy Central Presents as Himself in 2005.
- Comics Unleashed as Himself from 2006 to 2014.
- 30 Rock as Rick in 2009.
- Louie as Himself from 2010 to 2011.
- Upload with Shaquille O’Neal as Himself/Co-Host in 2014.
- Lucha Underground as FBI Agent Winter from 2017 to 2018.
- Harlem as Cole Thompson in 2021.
- South Side as Delonte from 2021 to 2022.
- Dark Side of Comedy as Himself in 2022.
- I’m a Virgo A.I. as Voice (voice) in 2023.
- My Dad the Bounty Hunter as Ja Boluu (voice) in 2023.
Tour
Godfrey visits his fans around the States as he entertains them with his comedies. His 2023 and 2024 tour dates are available on his ticketmaster.com page.
Soul Plane
In 2004, Godfrey played the character of First Officer Leslie Gaemon in the comedy film, Soul Plane. The movie is about multiple characters in different scenarios on board an airplane.
Zoolander
He played Janitor Derek in the 2001 American comedy film, Zoolander. The movie follows male model Derek Zoolander at a low point as he is ousted as the top male fashion model by the rising star Hansel McDonald. Also, his roommates and colleagues are killed in a “freak gasoline-fight accident”.
Wild N Out
Godfrey was a cast member in seasons 16 to 18 of the American sketch comedy and battle rap improv game show, Wild ‘n Out. The series is hosted by musician and comedian Nick Cannon.
Comedy Central
He appeared as himself in a stand-up comedy television series, Comedy Central Presents in 2005. Also, Godfrey was on Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, and his stand-up show “Godfrey: Black by Accident” was shot on Comedy Central.
Net Worth
Since 1995, Godfrey has worked as a comedian, podcast host, and actor which are his main sources of attaining his fortune. His net worth is $4 Million.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Old Is Godfrey?
Comedian Godfrey is 57 years old born on July 21, 1969, in Lincoln, Nebraska, in the United States.
Is Godfrey Married?
Godfrey is not married to anyone yet.
What College Did Godfrey Attend?
Godfrey attended the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign and pursued a Psychology major.
Social Media Account
Twitter – @GodfreyComedian