Houston-born comic Jeff Shelley describes his mom as a superhero, and for good motive.
“[When I was a child], our home caught hearth, and my mother noticed I wasn’t out of the home, so she got here again in and noticed me below the mattress,” Shelley recalled. “I may have been gone.”
Shelley not solely survived, however he’s grown as much as thrive as one of many nation’s hottest rising comics—one with a particular place in his coronary heart for moms.
Mom’s Day giveaway
That’s why Shelley is sponsoring a Mom’s Day giveaway earlier than his upcoming Could 18 present in his hometown, headlining at The Home of Blues’ Punch Line (1204 Caroline St., Houston, 77002).
Shelley, identified not solely as a high comic but in addition as an “superb father and group chief,” has teamed up with Woman Boss Suites and Interior and Outer Glow LLC to provide two fortunate moms an opportunity to win a complimentary coiffure, complimentary make-up session and two tickets every to see Shelley in motion.
I like my mama. Like, I maintain my mama up excessive as a result of she birthed me twice… I take a look at my mama like a superhero.
Jeff Shelley
“I perceive what moms undergo. I’m a father, so I see it. It’s a special kind of battle on the subject of moms,” mentioned Shelley. “A mom, when she’s obtained children, she is proscribed. So, I perceive on a special stage.
“So, I need to try this [Mother’s Day giveaway], that particular factor for the moms to return out and chortle, and get their thoughts off their life and revel in themselves.”
On-line blowup
Although Shelley “blew up” on-line with YouTube and Instagram movies bringing him and his comedy to the general public’s consciousness, he started his journey doing on-stage stand-up whereas working varied 9-to-5s.
“I labored each kind of job you’ll be able to think about. I drove a truck. I labored on the hospital, quick meals eating places,” mentioned Shelley. “I used to be a secret shopper one time. I name it secret shopper, however I used to be loss prevention. I used to behave like I used to be buying, however it didn’t work out as a result of I used to be the one who was stealing. However that’s neither right here nor there.
“However my final job was at Dr. Pepper. I obtained fired from Dr. Pepper for being late. I used to be late day by day and I stayed 5 minutes away. However I all the time knew I wasn’t going to work for anyone. However like two weeks earlier than I obtained fired, my homeboy informed me, ‘Man, this social media comedy is on the rise.’”
And Shelley’s profile has risen with it. His comedy clips are among the most watched on YouTube and much more so on Instagram.
Bayou Metropolis proud
However irrespective of how excessive Shelley’s star rises, this Madison Excessive Faculty alum loves him some H-City.
“Houston is the most effective metropolis, man. We’ve obtained the most effective meals. We’ve obtained the most effective individuals. Typically we’ve obtained the most effective drivers. Typically. It relies on what time,” Shelley joked. “If it’s 5 o’clock or 12 o’clock, we in all probability don’t have the most effective drivers. However man, we’re in the most effective metropolis. The climate is nice. It’s only a dwelling feeling in Houston. All people loves coming to Houston.”
And Shelley is trying ahead to his Could 18 present, hosted by Lil’ Daryl, due to the mom connection.
“[The May 18 show] is particular to me as a result of I like my mama. I maintain my mama up excessive as a result of she birthed me twice,” mentioned Shelley. “She birthed me twice. She gave start to me, and the second time, she saved me from that home that caught on hearth.”
Right here’s what persons are saying about Jeff Shelley
Viewers Reactions:
“He’s hilarious! I used to be laughing all the time.”
“So relatable. He simply will get on a regular basis life.”
“His fast wit is superb to observe stay.”
“The [specific skit or parody] video he did was spot on!”
“Positively a must-see comic.”
“Lil Legs Matter” Youth Initiative:
“It’s nice to see a comic utilizing his platform to encourage younger individuals.”
“His message of self-acceptance is so essential.”
About on-line content material:
“I can’t cease watching his TikToks, they’re so humorous.”
“He turns essentially the most odd conditions into comedy gold.”
