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Omar Regan

Stand-up Comedian

Omar Regan is an African-American Muslim who was born and raised in Detroit, Mich. He started his career as a musician and opened for renowned artists including Redman, Method Man, Wu Tang Clan, KRS-One, Royce da 5’9”, Proof, and Eminem. His group SOA was offered a record deal with Tommy Boy Records in 1999. In 2005, Regan appeared on E!’s reality series, "Fight for Fame", and won a theatrical contract.

Omar jumped on stage as a stand-up comic, and after a few shows got his first laugh and didn't look back. Omar has won over international audiences as far as London, Edinburgh, and Toronto. Omar is most known for doubling Chris Tucker in "Rush Hour 2". He has since appeared in films including "Internet Dating" and "Life is Hot in Cracktown", alongside Katt Williams, Evan Ross, and Kerry Washington.

Omar is a regular performer in FUNATICAL: Taking Comedy to the Extreme’s We Come in Peace tour.

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