Michael knows what it ’ s like to battle the Goliath of Drug Addiction . He has a way of telling his story that is guaranteed to snap you out of your funk . Battling drug addiction is like fighting multiple demons . In five years , Michael would like the Resilience Award and finally get the recognition for rising above his drug addiction . Laughing , “ I took a 23 year vacation with them drugs . I Hate drugs . Damn , Damn , Damn .” His story is so empowering and is a reminder to all of us that with the POWER of The CREATOR , you can OVERCOME any and every OBSTACLE .
On the Michael Colyar Morning Show , episode 56 , he closes out Black History Month with multiple topics . He showcases new comedians and new artists and gives them a platform to share their talents with the world . He talks about the importance of getting back up after being knocked down . such as by honoring the Rap Snacks Brand ,
Michael puts God First and Family . He met the love of his life , Sonya Waddell and he took Beyonce ’ s advice and put a ring on it ! Michael Colyar , “ I have never known this level of joy .” He continues , You are the only one that I am enmeshed in the greatest , hottest , most delicious love knot that Father God ever created . I am humbled by her Love and her very touch moves me to higher ground . She has given my heart something extra to throb about .”
He gives credit to other great comedians such as Bernie Mack , who hooked him up with his first gig on Def Jam . He also gives credits to other fellow comedians such as Eddie Murphy , Paul Mooney , George Wallace , Rodney Winfield and Bud Friedman .
Michael ’ s love for comedy stems back to his schoolyard days when he used to play the Dozen ’ s with his friends and tell a lot of Momma jokes . As he evolved as a comedian , he learned how to make his life stories funny and relevant . Getting out of bed is easy for Michael because he is passionate about the topics he jokes about . After nine long years of working nights and weekends on Venice Beach , Bud Friedman , the original Owner of The Improv Comedy Club , extended an Olive Branch and made him a part of The Improv Family .
For this he is eternally grateful for his connection with Bud Friedman . His comedy skits are down to earth , broad , and diverse . He is not afraid to skate on the edge of controversy . He can joke about the State of Our Nations division . He sometimes makes jokes about gender roles , sexuality , family , and racism .
Micheal believes in paying it forward . He has a heart of gold and cares deeply for the needs of others such as helping Homeless . He gave $ 50,000 to the homeless which was half of his Star Search winnings . In addition , he challenges others to give $ 3.00 a day to a homeless person without judging them . Micheal wants to be remembered not only as the brother that cares for Black Folks but for Mankind . In other words , we all come from the same race , the “ Human Race .” In his own words , Michael wants to be remembered as “ Stupid , Funny , Smart and witty , always fun and never sadity !” He serves God and loves people . He is the guy that makes you think , laugh , and feel !
Michael Colyar is the G . O . A . T of COMEDY ! His notable accomplishments include being the first late night show host on BET Live from Los Angeles . He paved the way for talk show hosts such as Ellen Degeneres and Steve Harvey . Up and coming Comedians can learn from Michael Colyar . He later wrote a children ’ s book to illuminate and uplift the image of Barack Obama called “ A Funny Thing Happened On the Way to the White House , I knocked on the door and a Brother answered ”.
The G . O . A . T still has more dreams and aspirations ! In his own words , “ I want to do a film where I have a scene with Denzel Washington and a scene with Samuel Jackson ! And If I can just sell out Madison Square Garden 10 times ; I will be in Heaven !” Does he wish he could have done something different ? “ I regret nothing . Everything I ever did , Good or Bad , brought me to where I am today .”
For those young people looking to make it in the Entertainment Industry , Michael gives the keys to success . First , have a great sense of humor . Next , learn your craft and the history of it . Third , keep building your house of knowledge . He is a strong supporter of being self taught and recommends Youtube University . Then he urges the individual to WRITE like your life depends on it … cause it does . Finally , “ Listen twice as much as you talk !”
Authenticity is key to living a life full of joy and purpose . Michael ’ s Mission is to spread love and to heal the World through his platform of Comedy . His Motto “ I give myself permission to be me !” Micheal is always up to new challenges . He has his own Podcast “ Michael talks to Errbody .” His Podcast will air under iHeart radio each week for 50 weeks . His impressive line up includes Yolanda Adams , Earthquake , Roland Martin , and Hill Harper .