Mike Paramore

From Football Dreams to Comedy Stages

Mike Paramore, a talented comedian hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, has made waves in the comedy world with his unique blend of humor and relatable storytelling. Let’s delve into his achievements and journey:

Before the spotlight found him on stage with a microphone, Mike Paramore harbored dreams of playing football. Like many young athletes, he aspired to make it to the NFL. However, life had other plans. Coaches at the University of Akron saw potential in him, recruiting him as a linebacker with the idea that he could transition to strong safety. His hard-hitting style earned him a reputation, but a knee injury dashed his NFL dreams.

While recovering from surgery in Columbus, Mike stumbled upon an improv team. Despite being “the funny guy” among friends, stand-up comedy was way out of his comfort zone. Yet, he put together a five-minute set for an improv tryout, and to his surprise, people laughed. The snowball effect began: he competed in “funniest person” contests in Columbus and Cincinnati, placing second both times. His reward? A week-long hosting gig that kickstarted his comedy career.

Mike’s material revolves around life observations.

Mike has become more comfortable discussing race on stage. He has recently released the comedy album The Things We Tell Ourselves. Despite his success, Mike remains humble.