Craig Robinson

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  • Famed Actor, Comedian, and Musician
  • TV and Film Producer
  • TV Personality and Host, 'The Masked Dancer'

Famed actor, comedian, musician, and Hollywood producer Craig Robinson is known for fan-favorite roles on some of the most beloved TV comedies. Before he decided to pursue a career in comedy full-time, Robinson was a K-8 teacher in the Chicago Public School System. While earning his master’s in education from St. Xavier University, Craig fell in love with acting and comedy, and joined the prestigious Second City Theatre. He is best known for his portrayal of Darryl Philbin on The Office, Doug “The Pontiac Bandit” Judy on Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and for starring in his very own sitcom, Mr. Robinson on NBC. Robinson hosted the reality show The Masked Dancer from 2020-21, and currently is the star and Executive Producer of the Peacock series Killing It. With his unlimited wit and sense of comedy, Robinson engages audiences with programs including a live musical show, moderated conversation, and can also host unforgettable events.

Robinson first made his mark in the comedy circuit at the 1998 Montreal “Just For Laughs” Festival, and now headlines venues and festivals across the country. He does both solo acts as well as full-band sets with his band, The Nasty Delicious, bringing musical hilarity to every event. He has starred in such movies as Knocked Up, This Is The End, Hot Tub Time Machine, Dolemite Is My Name!, Mona Lisa and the Blood Moon, and voicing characters in Shrek Forever After and The Bad Guys, among many others, and earned a nomination for an Independent Spirit Award for his performance in Morris from America.

 

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Interview - Comedian Craig Robinson Talks His Starring Role in New Series, 'Killing It' | Rolling Stone [28:34] - Get Sharable Link
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A Fireside Chat with Craig Robinson

Famed actor, comedian, musician, and producer CRAIG ROBINSON has starred in beloved comedies and earned accolades for his dramatic roles, winning over the hearts of audiences everywhere. In this entertaining moderated conversation, Robinson shares insights from his journey from K-8 teacher to comedy ...

Famed actor, comedian, musician, and producer CRAIG ROBINSON has starred in beloved comedies and earned accolades for his dramatic roles, winning over the hearts of audiences everywhere. In this entertaining moderated conversation, Robinson shares insights from his journey from K-8 teacher to comedy legend, and what he has in store next.

Craig Robinson Brings Hilarity as a Host, Moderator, and Emcee

Comedy legend Craig Robinson is a skillful and endlessly entertaining host, moderator, and emcee. From facilitating memorable conversations, to ensuring engaging fundraisers, Robinson keeps audiences laughing for memorable events. ...

Comedy legend Craig Robinson is a skillful and endlessly entertaining host, moderator, and emcee. From facilitating memorable conversations, to ensuring engaging fundraisers, Robinson keeps audiences laughing for memorable events.

A Music and Comedy Show with Craig Robinson

Famed comedian and musician Craig Robinson brings this hilarious program of standup and music to your next event. Known for his band The Nasty Delicious, Robinson is an expert at tailoring his musical comedy stylings to your audience for an event they won’t forget. ...

Famed comedian and musician Craig Robinson brings this hilarious program of standup and music to your next event. Known for his band The Nasty Delicious, Robinson is an expert at tailoring his musical comedy stylings to your audience for an event they won’t forget.

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Beginning as a stand-up comedian, Robinson first made his mark in the comedy circuit at the 1998 Montreal “Just For Laughs” Festival. Now headlining venues and festivals across the country, he does both solo acts as well as full-band sets with his band “The Nasty Delicious.” Before deciding to pursue his comedy career full time, Robinson was a K-8 teacher in the Chicago Public School System. He earned his undergraduate degree from Illinois State University and his Masters of Education from St. Xavier University. It was while Craig was studying education in Chicago that he also discovered his love of acting and comedy when he joined the famed Second City Theatre. Craig is best known for his portrayal of Darryl Philban in NBC’s The Office but has also starred in such movies as Knocked Up, This Is The End, Hot Tub Time Machine, Hot Tub Time Machine 2, Morris From America, Tragedy Girls, Dolemite Is My Name! with Eddie Murphy, Timmy Failure, and the upcoming Mona Lisa And The Bood Moon with Kate Hudson. Craig also starred in his very own sitcom, Mr. Robinson on NBC, as well as Ghosted on FOX.