The Struggles of Black Comedians in the UK

💪Black comedians in the UK face challenges such as low pay and lack of respect compared to American comedians.

💰Even popular black comedians in the UK, like Michael Dapaah, have relatively low net worth compared to their American counterparts.

🌍English comedians often have to come to America to make significant money and achieve career success.

🔥Promoters in the UK often underpay comedians, leading to many turning down shows that don't offer fair compensation.

🇬🇧Ricky Gervais is one of the few successful white comedians in the UK, while black comedians are often overlooked.

Are black comedians in the UK paid less than their American counterparts?

—Yes, black comedians in the UK are often underpaid compared to American comedians.

Do English comedians have to come to America to make significant money?

—Yes, many English comedians, including black comedians, come to America to achieve career success and earn higher pay.

Is Ricky Gervais a successful comedian in the UK?

—Yes, Ricky Gervais is one of the few successful white comedians in the UK.

Why do black comedians in the UK turn down shows?

—Black comedians in the UK often turn down shows that don't offer fair compensation, as they refuse to be underpaid.

Do UK promoters underpay comedians?

—Yes, many promoters in the UK underpay comedians, leading to a lack of respect and appreciation for their work.

00:05Black comedians in the UK face challenges such as low pay and lack of respect compared to American comedians.

03:40Black comedians in the UK, like Michael Dapaah, have relatively low net worth compared to their American counterparts.

06:08English comedians often have to come to America to make significant money and achieve career success.

06:30Promoters in the UK often underpay comedians, leading to many turning down shows that don't offer fair compensation.

07:30Ricky Gervais is one of the few successful white comedians in the UK, while black comedians are often overlooked.