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The comedian shared that he stepped into the comedy realm in July 1979 at the Comedy Connection, a small venue situated on Warrington Street. Here, in an intimate space accommodating around 90-150 audience members, he found the fertile ground to plant the seeds of his comedic career. Inspired by a mix of watching The Tonight Show and being surrounded by older influences—particularly his brother—he initially developed an admiration for the comedic arts at a young age.
Frustrated by the idea of relocating to Los Angeles or New York, he opted to test his mettle on stage at the local club at the age of 23. He vividly recalls the experience of attending open mics, soaking up the atmosphere, and honing his craft before stepping onto the stage himself.