Date of Birth: May 24, 1980
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Owen Benjamin, born Owen Smith, is an American comedian, actor, and alt-right political commentator. Born in Fulton, New York, Benjamin developed an early interest in comedy and the performing arts, leading him to pursue a career in entertainment. He graduated from Plattsburgh State University, where he was actively involved in theater and comedy. Benjamin gained recognition for his performances on various platforms, including Comedy Central and the late-night talk show circuit. He also appeared in several films including “The House Bunny” and “All’s Faire in Love.” In addition to his stand-up career, Benjamin hosted the web series “The High Road with Owen Benjamin” on Comedy Central. In recent years, his career has been marked by controversy due to his outspoken views and social media presence. Benjamin has been vocal about his opposition to political correctness and has been banned from several social media platforms for his statements. Despite this, he maintains a following through his own media channels.
5 Interesting Facts about Owen Benjamin
1. Owen Benjamin’s real last name is Smith; he adopted Benjamin as his stage name.
2. He has been banned from multiple social media platforms, including Twitter and YouTube, for violating their policies.
3. Benjamin started his comedy career in New York City, performing at various clubs and open mics.
4. He has a musical background and often incorporates piano performances into his comedy acts.
5. Owen Benjamin was once engaged to actress Christina Ricci, but the relationship ended in 2013.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Owen Benjamin
1. “Political correctness is America’s newest form of intolerance, and it is especially pernicious.”
2. “I refuse to apologize for things I know I didn’t do wrong.”
3. “Comedy should push boundaries; that’s how we grow.”
4. “We live in a time where feelings are more important than facts, and that’s dangerous.”
5. “The truth does not change according to our ability to stomach it.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, Owen Benjamin’s net worth was estimated to be around $800,000.
Children
Owen Benjamin has two sons with his wife, Amy. Their names are Walter and Charlie.
Relevant Links
1. [Owen Benjamin IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2332042/
2. [Owen Benjamin on Comedy Central](https://www.cc.com/comedians/owen-benjamin
4. [Owen Benjamin on Twitter](https://twitter.com/owenbenjamin (Note: Account may be suspended
5. [The High Road with Owen Benjamin](https://www.cc.com/shows/the-high-road-with-owen-benjamin
