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Jo Koy Biography

Updated On 29 Jan, 2024 Published On 22 Jun, 2017
Jo Koy
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Facts of Jo Koy

Date of Birth :
Age : 53 years old
Family Name : Herbert
Birth Country : United States
Birth Sign : Gemini
Height : 5 Feet 11 Inch
Name Jo Koy
Birth Place/City Tacoma, Washington
Profession Stand-up comic
Ethnicity White
Nationality Ameriacn
Net Worth $1.5 Million
Body Measurements N/A
Eye Color Dark-Brown
Weight in KG N/A
Married N/A
Education University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Awards Gemini Award for Best Individual Performance in a Comedy Program or Series
Movies Jo Koy: Don't Make Him Angry
TV Show ComicView Since 2014
Siblings Rowena Cook, Gemma Herbert, Robert Herbert

Relationship short Statistics of Jo Koy

What is Jo Koy marital status ? ( married,single, in relation or divorce): Relationship
How many children does Jo Koy have ? (name): 1 Children
Is Jo Koy having any relationship affair ?: Yes2 affair
Is Jo Koy Gay ? No

An American stand-up comic, Jo Koy began his stand-up career in 1994 at a comedy club in Las Vegas. Jo Koy is of Filipino and European-American descent. He attended Spanaway Lake High School originally and then moved to Foss High School in Tacoma. Jo Koy was spotted by a talent coordinator from Los Angeles and made his first television appearance on BET's Comic View.

Jo Koy's Personal Life: Know About his Wife, Girlfriend, and Son

Jo Koy: Life from Seattle star whose show is postponed by Sullivan Arena, has been married and divorced in life and fathered three children with three different women. Is he kindling romance with someone new? Who's she?

Jo Koy Engagement with Amy Bray

The actor, Jo Koy was in a relationship with his former partner, Amy Bray, and often shared some pictures on one another's social. Even though some sources claim Koy and Bray and have parted ways, they didn't remove memories they've spent on social media for a long time.

Jo Koy was previously engaged to Amy Bray. SOURCE: Instagram (jokoy)

Till today's date, Jo and Amy have a strong bond for the sake of their child. He was engaged to Amy Bray on 30 April 2017. The stand-up comedian and his sweetheart-turned-fiance dated for several months before taking it to the next level. The blonde beauty showed off her dazzling diamond ring on November 1, 2017, amits an LA match.

Often he posted a picture with Amy on his Instagram, which clearly showed their romantic chemistry. However, even after their split, Jo didn't speak about her.

Check out the clip of Jo Koy and his ex-partner Angie King on Windy City LIVE!

Once there was a rumor, that he was dating Tia Carrere, an American actress but later the news only ended just rumors and not concrete statements. Even though some rumors have proclaimed him gay too, he stated this news is fake.

Jo Koy is Dating Chelsea Handler

Since his split with Amy, Jo Koy was then rumored to be dating actress and comedian Chelsea Handler after the two were spotted several times. However, Koy and Handler decided to keep their relationship a secret.

Comedian Jo Koy confirmed he was dating Chelsea Handler in September 2021. SOURCE: Instagram (jokoy)

It was only in September 2021, that Jo and Chelsea finally made the announcement they were dating by going official on Instagram. As for Handler, she previously dated rapper 50 Cent, Andre Balazs, and Ted Harbert.

Failed Marriage and Divorce with Angie King

Jo Koy was previously married to the Filipino and half-European-born actor, Angie King in the 2000s. The duo welcomed a child, a son Joseph Herbert on 21 April 2003. Sadly, the relationship turned sour and ended in divorce in the mid-2000s. 

Jo Koy's Net worth

The talented 48-year-old comedian has achieved a lot through his amazing career. He succeeded in earning an impressive net worth of $15 million

Philanthropic Works

Jo Koy, an American comedian gives some portion of his income to helpless people as well. The Jo Koy Foundation held its first huge philanthropic event in "Hilarity for Charity" a stand-up comedy show. The event that took place in the heart of Citywalk, Universal City, CA featured some special comedic guests. In addition to that, Proceeds from the ticket sales were donated to the Children's Hospital of Orange County.

Jo Koy's Career

Jo Koy started her professional career in 1994 at a comedy club in Las Vegas. Later he moved from open mic night to a regular spot on the show Catch a Rising Star at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino.

Check out the clip of Chelsea Handler talking about her relationship with Jo Koy on Today!

He made his first television appearance through BET's ComicView and he has been on two seasons of the show. On July 23, 2012, he started a podcast along with the comedian and TV host  Michael Yo, which was remarked as successful.

Today, he tours across the nations and can be heard as a weekly guest on the podcast, The Adam Carolla Show. On March 28, 2017, his third comedy special, Jo Koy: Live from Seattle was aired on Netflix. He released another Netflix special Jo Koy: Comin' In Hot on June 12, 2019.

Jo Koy's Wiki-Bio

Popular voice actor Jo Koy was born on  June 2, 1971, to a European-American father John C. Herbert, and a Filipino mother Josie Harrison. His birth name is Joseph Glenn Herbert he holds American nationality and belongs to Filipino and European-American descent.

Jo Koy's ex-wife Angie King and their son Joseph Herbert.  SOURCE: Instagram (mother. king)

Jo Koy finished high school in Tacoma, Washington as his parents always moved from one place to another. He attended Spanaway Lake High School originally and then moved to Foss High School in Tacoma. 

Later he joined the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, but dropped out to pursue a career in stand-up comedy. His stage name originally comes from his nickname which is given by his family.

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Jo Koy Affairs

  1. First Affair with Angie King

    Jo Coy was married to Jo Koy in the 2000s after dating several months, They had one son. After living together for years they end up with divorce in 2003.

  2. Third Affair with Amy Bray

    Jo Koy was engaged to former girlfriend Amy Bray since 13 April 2017. They were together for more than four years.

Jo Koy Married

First Marriage with Angie King

Jo Coy was married to Angie King in the 2000s after dating several months, They had one son. After living together for years they end up with divorce in 2003.

Jo Koy Children

SON : Joseph Herbert Jr.

Mother: Angie King

Joseph Herbert Jr. is the only child of Jo Koy. He is fun-loving and talented like his father. There isn't any information regarding him. Joseph is now 16 years old.

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