Date of Birth: January 26, 1973
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
W. Kamau Bell, born Walter Kamau Bell, is an American stand-up comedian, television host, and social commentator. He was born on January 26, 1973, in Palo Alto, California. Bell is best known for his work on the critically acclaimed CNN series “United Shades of America,” where he explores various communities across the United States, often focusing on issues of race, identity, and social justice. Bell grew up in Alabama, Boston, and Chicago, which exposed him to diverse cultures and perspectives from a young age. His mother, Janet Cheatham Bell, is an author and his father, Walter Bell, is an insurance commissioner. Bell attended the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools and later went to the University of Pennsylvania before dropping out to pursue a career in comedy. He gained prominence with his one-man show, “The W. Kamau Bell Curve: Ending Racism in About an Hour,” which received considerable acclaim and set the foundation for his later work in television and comedy. Bell has also co-hosted the podcast “Denzel Washington Is The Greatest Actor Of All Time Period” and authored a book titled “The Awkward Thoughts of W. Kamau Bell.” Bell’s work has earned him numerous accolades, including several Emmy Awards for “United Shades of America.” He is widely regarded as a voice for social justice and continues to use his platform to address pressing societal issues.
5 Interesting Facts about W. Kamau Bell
1. Bell’s mother, Janet Cheatham Bell, is an accomplished author known for her work on African American literature and culture.
2. He once hosted a show on the FXX network called “Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell,” which was produced by Chris Rock.
3. Bell is an advocate for the ACLU and has been involved in various campaigns promoting civil liberties.
4. He has a black belt in martial arts, which he pursued as a way to stay healthy and disciplined.
5. Bell was named the American Civil Liberties Union’s Ambassador of Racial Justice in 2017.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from W. Kamau Bell
1. “Racism is a disease, and we can cure it.”
2. “Comedy is just a funny way of being serious.”
3. “You can’t be neutral on a moving train. You have to pick a side.”
4. “The only way to deal with hate is to confront it, head-on.”
5. “We have to talk about the hard things if we ever want to make them easier.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by W. Kamau Bell is estimated to be around $4 million.
Children
W. Kamau Bell is married to Melissa Hudson Bell, and together they have three daughters: Sami Bell, Juno Bell, and Asha Bell.
Relevant Links
1. [W. Kamau Bell on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2923722/
2. [W. Kamau Bell on Twitter](https://twitter.com/wkamaubell
3. [W. Kamau Bell’s Official Website](http://www.wkamaubell.com/
4. [United Shades of America on CNN](https://www.cnn.com/shows/united-shades-of-america
