JO Koy Biography
JO Koy is an American stand-up comedian known for releasing a total of six comedy specials through Netflix and Comedy Central. He is also an actor known for his appearance in Haunted Mansion as Daytime Bartender.
How old is He? – Age
Koy is 52 years old as of 2024. He was born on June 2, 1971, in Tacoma, Washington, United States, where he also grew up.
How tall is He? – Height
JO stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches (1.93 m) tall.
Mother, Father, and Siblings – Family
Koy was born to his parents; Jack Herbert and Josie Harrison in Tacoma, Washington, United States. His father was in the United States Air Force but was stationed in the Philippines. It is known that his inspiration for comedic and acting talents came for his mother. He grew up along with his three siblings; Gemma Herbert, Robert Herbert, and Rowena Cook.
Educational Background
JO enrolled at Spanaway Lake High School before transferring to Foss High School in Tacoma. Afterward, he joined the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, but dropped out to pursue stand-up comedy.
Is JO Koy Married? – Wife
Koy was previously married to his ex-wife, Angie King. The couple divorced and parted ways in 2013 due to irreconcilable differences. However, he has not disclosed to the public whether he is currently married, in any relationship, or seeing someone. It is known that he is a bit sensitive regarding his private life.
Son
JO and his former wife Angie King shares a son, Joseph Herbert Jr. Presently, Joseph resides with his father in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles, California.
Comedy and Acting Career
Koy is a vastly recognized stand-up comedian known for being featured on Comedy Central: Don’t Make Him Angry and Lights Out. Moreover, he has appeared in comedy shows including Jamie Foxx: Laffapalooza and Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Most noteworthy, he collaborated with comedian Carlos Mencia for a stand-up performance in his tour titled Punisher. It is also known that he created The Michael Yo and Jo Koy Show podcast along with comedian Michael Yo in 2012.
On the other hand, he is an actor who potrayed the voice character of Benbo in The Monkey King. Afterward, he landed on the voice role of Coach Komura in an animated musical comedy film, Leo. In addition, he was a cast in Easter Sunday where she starred as Joe Valencia.
Furthermore, he was played the role of Vladimir Lenin in Anastasia: Once Upon a Time. He also voice-starred the character of Rooster in The Tiger’s Apprentice. Some of his other popular films include Wake and Virginia.
Net Worth
Koy has an estimated net worth of $15 Million.
Movies
- Easter Sunday
- Leo
- The Monkey King
- Haunted Mansion
- Anastasia
- The Tiger’s Apprentice
- Wake
- Laffapalooza (Vol. 7)
- Virginia