Nick Rado is a world-class clean stand-up comedian who has opened for comedy giants like Nate Bargatze, Russell Howard, Rob Brydon, Aziz Ansari, and Chelsea Handler on their world tours.

- 6-time winner of the **Best Comedy MC** at the NZ Comedy Guild Awards
- Winner of the **Best Male Comedian** award at the NZ Comedy Guild Awards

Nick became the first-ever Kiwi comedian to film a special with Dry Bar Comedy in the US. His special and stand-up clips have garnered millions of views across America and social media.

Nick’s comedy albums, including **Life from Jeff’s Garage** and his debut album **On-Trend**, have been widely broadcast, with tracks playing on Sirius XM’s **Laugh USA** and **Pure Comedy**. His album hit #4 on all albums sold on the iTunes comedy chart.

From 2014 to 2021, Nick led as head writer for **TV3’s award-winning comedy show *7 Days*,** penning over 300 episodes during his tenure.

Nick's broadcasting career is equally impressive, marked by numerous accolades, including multiple **Sony Awards**. He also served as the Executive Producer for the **Heart Breakfast Show** in London with Emma Bunton and Jamie Theakston. Currently, Nick hosts two award-winning podcasts: **Socrates Walks into a Bar** and **Sporting Rumble**—both of which took home Gold at the NZ Podcast Awards in 2022 and 2023 for Best Entertainment, Best Comedy and Best Sports Podcast, respectively.

Nick’s voice can also be heard on **The Rock's Saturday Morning Breakfast** and **More FM Rodney's Breakfast** shows.

In addition to his live and radio presence, Nick has made numerous TV appearances on The Comedy Channel Australia, Fox Sports Australia's *Narrow World of Sports*, and New Zealand’s top comedy galas. He has also appeared in Rhys Darby’s Netflix sitcom **Short Poppies**.

Nick also co-wrote and starred in the internationally acclaimed short film **Mission I'm Possible**, a mockumentary about a motivational speaker who is forced to move back home with his parents. The film has received several nominations and official selections, including:

- **Official Selection** at the Crystal Palace International Film Festival, London, UK 2024
- **Official Selection** at the Houston Comedy Film Festival 2024
- **Finalist** for Best Mockumentary at the Houston Comedy Film Festival 2024
- **Official Selection** at the Unrestricted View Film Festival 2024
- **Nominee for Best Film** at the Unrestricted View Film Festival 2024 (a BIFA event)
- **Official Selection** at the Palm Springs Comedy Festival 2024

As Seen on TV: 
The Comedy Channel, Australia - Just For Laughs, Sydney Season 5 Ep 11
TV3 Comedy Gala - Stand Up Comedy
NETFLIX Rhys Darby’s sitcom ‘Short Poppies’ recurring character Jeff Mason
TV3’s ‘7 Days’ – Recurring Guest Panelist x 14 episodes
TV1 Word Up – Guest Panelist x 6 episodes
TV3 After Hours – Own Stand Up Comedy Special
TV3 NZ International Comedy Gala
TVNZ’s ‘Auckland Daze’ – Playing Character Nick Rado (Himself) in the sitcom
TV3’s AotearoHA’s – Next Big Things, Stand Up Comedy
TVNZ’s ‘A Night at the Classic’ Playing character Nick Rado (himself) 

Writing Credits: 
Winner - Best Live Performance Comedy Writer NZ Comedy Guild Awards 2017
Script Consultant ABC Australia's - Hardball Head Writer
TV3’s 7 Days for over 150 Episodes
Head Comedy Writer for Sol3mio’s 2014 DVD
Special Head Writer TV1’s Word Up 13 Episodes
TVNZ’s ‘Best Bits’ Table Writer
Stand In Comedy Writer for 'The Project NZ' 

Reviews:
“Had me nearly rolling on the floor with Laughter” Theatreview NZ
“Charm, Timing and above all Funny, Rado has it all” Headliners, London
“On-Its-Toes crowd-pleasing buffoonery at its best” 4 Stars - Three Weeks, Edinburgh Festival
“One of New Zealand’s finest” Just For Laughs, Sydney
“The jokes maybe International but the Laughter is Universal” - 4 Stars - One4Review Edinburgh Festival.

Online: 
Like Nick on Facebook: Nick Rado
Follow Nick on Twitter: @nickrado
More information on Nick at www.nickrado.com

AWARDS

Nominee - Best Comedy Writer For TV - NZ Comedy Guild Awards (2018)

Nominee - Best Live Show - NZ Comedy Guild Awards (2018)

Nominee - Best Comedy Show, Fred Dagg award  - NZ international comedy festival (2018)

Winner - Best Live Performance Comedy Writer NZ Comedy Guild Awards (2017)

Nominee Best Male Comedian NZ Comedy Guild Awards (2017)

Nominee Best Male Comedian NZ Comedy Guild Awards (2016)

Winner Dunedin Fringe Festival ‘Best Comedy Show’ (2015) 

Winner NZ Comedy Guild Award 'Best MC' (2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014!)

Winner NZ Comedy Guild Award 'Best Show' (2013)

Nominee NZ International Comedy Festival FRED Award for Best Show (2013)

Nominee Dunedin Fringe Festival 'Best Comedy Show' (2013)

Nominee 2011 NZ Comedy Guild Best Gag

Nominee 2011 Billy T Award (Best Up and Coming NZ Comedian).

UK Sony Radio Awards - Nominated 'Best Entertainment Show' 2010

UK Sony Radio Awards - Bronze Winner 'Best Competition' 2010

UK Sony Radio Awards - Silver Winner 'Best Promo' 2009

UK Sony Radio Awards - Nominated 'Best Breakfast Show' 2007

UK Sony Radio Awards - Nominated 'Best Entertainment Show' 2005