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One of the most versatile and unbridled performers in the world of comedy, Aries Spears has been killing it in front of audiences ever since he began performing at clubs at the age of 14. Born in Chicago and raised in New Jersey, Spears has proven himself again and again both onstage as a stand-up and sketch comedian and in his many appearances in TV and films.

Audiences know him best from his eight seasons on MAD TV. Joining for the TV comedy institution's third season in 1997, he became the series' second-longest serving cast member as well as one of its most consistently hilarious thanks to his many recurring characters and impressions of Michael Jackson, Kanye West, Eddie Murphy, Shaquille O'Neal and many more. In 2006, Damon Wayans picked Spears to be one of the cast members in his Showtime sketch comedy series The Underground. Spears' other TV and film appearances include Malcolm X, Jerry Maguire and CSI Miami.

His debut comedy album, Aries Spears: I Ain't Scared was released in 2005. In 2011, Showtime presented his stand-up special Aries Spears: Hollywood, Look I'm Smiling. He followed up with 2016's Aries Spears: Comedy Blueprint, another showcase of his fearless brand of no-holds-barred comedy.

Aries Spears Background

A natural cutup with family and friends growing up in Chicago and New Jersey, Aries Spears began performing his jokes and impressions in New York and New Jersey while still a teenager. The young comedian was soon making appearances on such TV shows as Def Comedy Jam and It's Showtime at the Apollo. After moving to Los Angeles, he continued to develop the acting career that began with a part in Spike Lee's Malcolm X in 1992. Meanwhile, he honed his stand-up skills at such legendary clubs as the Comedy Store, the Laugh Factory and the Improv.

In 1997, he became part of the cast for the Fox sketch comedy series MAD TV, where his original characters and impressions of such celebrities as Kanye West, Snoop Dogg and Eddie Murphy made him a fan favorite during his eight-season run. Spears' later film and TV credits include Damon Wayans' sketch series The Underground, Jiminy Glick in Lalawood and CSI Miami.

Spears displayed his onstage prowess as a stand-up on numerous national tours as well as the 2005 comedy album Aries Spears: I Ain't Scared and two TV specials: Aries Spears: Hollywood, Look I'm Smiling (2011) and Aries Spears: Comedy Blueprint (2016). In 2020, he was part of the ensemble of iconic comedians featured on Def Comedy Jam's Healing Through Laughter, a livestream benefit hosted by Cedric the Entertainer.

Reviews

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 141 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Funniest Show!

    by Jay Vasquez on 3/13/24Holland Civic Center Place - Holland

    I finally was able to catch Aries Spears after missing anytime he was in town or near Chicago. Well i drove up all the way from Chicago to Holland Michigan and I was not disappointed he had me in tears the whole show! Awesome show and masterclass from a legendary comedian! cannot wait to see him again in the near future.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Laughed so hard

    by Sunnygal62 on 3/13/24Holland Civic Center Place - Holland

    Havn't laughed that hard in years. Our sides were hurting. So glad we caught this show. His opener was hilarious also

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Freaking Fantastic

    by TGaul84 on 3/12/24Holland Civic Center Place - Holland

    I attended the show in Holland, MI. It was fantastic. The opener was great and Aries was AMAZING!! I have never laughed so hard at a comedy show. I loved all of his show. I would highly recommend everyone goes and sees him! I will definitely see him again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Incredible!!!!

    by Shawrunner01 on 11/19/23

    What can we say... we had the best time last night in Ontario,CA (Ontario Improv). My husband and I laughed so hard, when we left our cheeks and stomach hurt (in the best most thrilling way). He isnt your average comedian, he is raw, edgy, raunchy and real. I get he may not be for everyone but he checks all the boxes for us for all areas of comedians. If you purchase your tickets understanding, this is comedy people, leave the sensitivities in the car, you will mot be disappointed. Will go see him every single time he comes to our city!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing!!!

    by Beetle on 8/9/23

    Aries is the man! Brilliant performance!!!! He holds nothing back

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    fire

    by Dawg on 7/18/23

    The show was fire from open to close. Everyone needs to go and see this guys funny as hell

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Hilarious

    by Sassie on 7/18/23

    One of my favorite comedians!!! He did his thing…. Can’t wait for him to come back!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Rude and Loud people

    by Ivett on 7/17/23

    I was enjoying the show until a group of people were being rude and yelling out comments to the comedian.. calling him a sellout.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Epic on stage presence

    by Boogieman on 7/17/23

    Aries is a truely refined comedic talent on stage. His timing and content was both impeccable and provocative as you would expect from Aries. Off stage Aries is a bit on the unapproachable side and I would wish for a more empathic off stage Aries post the show for the fans.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Hilarious

    by Kevin on 6/8/23Cobb's Comedy Club - San Francisco

    Being honest and defini g how jokes should'nt be a bias subject.