Bio for Comedian “D. ELLI$ aka Mr. Entertainment!”

Bio for Comedian “D. ELLI$ aka Mr. Entertainment!”
Originally from Texarkana, Arkansas, “D. Elli$ aka Mr. Entertainment!” moved to
Dallas, Texas, to pursue a music career when his comedic personality catapulted him
up the success ladder. This comedian-actor-musician worked faithfully in corporate
America until he was encouraged by family and friends to channel his sense of humor
into a dynamic and unique stage act. He was invited to do a set by the manager of the
local Improv, which led to a weekly stint at another well-known entertainment club in
Dallas. It was there that he was discovered and invited to open for Cedric the
Entertainer in a three-minute act. He proved to be a roaring success and his moniker
as “Mr. Entertainment!” was established.
He quickly gained a national following on the comedy club circuit, performing at
numerous locations including, Laugh-A-Palooza, Improvs, and the Laugh Factory in Los
Angeles with Steve Harvey, Kim Coles, Katt Williams and Ricky Smiley. He’s been
featured on Def Jam for Podcast, and has done voice-over and character work for the
“Tom Joyner Morning Show,” a popular nationally syndicated radio show.
His high-energy stage performances and interpersonal crowd rapport has made him the
host of choice for several “A-List” events, including the NBA All-Star Weekend Party in
Los Angeles with special guest L.L. Cool J., special events for the M.O.N.N. Squad
(Mothers of NFL and NBA Players), and the city-wide “Welcome Home” celebration for
Jamie Foxx in Dallas. He has also shared the stage as the co-host with Queen of
Comedy Monique, has been featured aboard the Tom Joyner Foundation’s Fantastic
Voyage cruise, and has had regular guest appearances on top Dallas radio stations.
Intelligent, as well as versatile, whenever D. Elli$ hits the stage, he brings a lively
melody of topics, ranging from Boston Baked Beans to social politics – all of which are
complemented by one of his greatest inspirations, King of Comedy Bernie Mac.
Serenaded by his impromptu humor even off-stage, D. Elli$ fans remain captivated by
his “triple-threat” entertainment style.
As an actor, he’s had pivotal performances co-starring in independent motion picture
releases of “Small Timers,” “The Lawn Boy,” and “Photoshop, the Movie.” In addition,
D. Elli$ has appeared in music videos, local and national television commercials, and in
live theater productions. In 2009, he launched his on-line television show,
www.reallivintv.com and the late-night internet radio show, “D.Elli$ Talk.” His listening
audience tripled in just the first three months of broadcast, reaching more than 5,000
and interviewing celebrity guests from all over the country.
D. Elli$ recently performed in the Bronner Brothers’ play “Hair Show,” based on their
annual hair show competitions, where he had a leading role opposite Chaka Khan. He
continues his regular tours with Rickey Smiley. He is a spokesperson for the American
Heart Association and is passionate about promoting healthy lifestyles in financially
underserved communities. With an established diverse resume and his popularity
rising, his seismic star will soon need a sky of its own.

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