Josh2Funny

**Josh2Funny** (born December 18, 1990) is a Nigerian comedian, actor, and content creator, widely recognized for his highly viral skits and innovative comedy concepts on social media. His work often blends observational comedy, satire, and trick comedy, making him one of Nigeria's most influential digital comedians.Early Life and Education Josh2Funny was born in Anambra State on December 18, 1990. He relocated to Lagos with his parents when he was eight years old. For his education, he studied Computer Science at Yaba College of Technology. He began his career in comedy by performing stand-up in 2011 before transitioning to creating online content.Career Progression and Notable Works Josh2Funny started his career in stand-up comedy but shifted to creating skits online around 2015 when opportunities for emerging artists were limited. His breakthrough came in 2016 when one of his videos went viral. He gained significant global recognition when his skit concept, the #DontLeaveMeChallenge, became a worldwide viral trend. A prominent recurring character and skit is "Ebenezer," a speed reader who comically attempts to read impossibly large books in seconds, a concept that went viral, notably after he played the trick of the "\#fastest reader in the world" at *America's Got Talent*. Beyond digital content, Josh2Funny has acted in several Nollywood films, including *Lagos Real Fake Life* (2018) as Johnbull, *Knock Out* (2019), *Lockdown* (2021) as Sunny, and *Money Miss Road* (2022) as Joe.Major Achievements In 2021, Josh2Funny won the GAGE Star Award. He was also nominated for the Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the 2022 African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA). His social media influence is substantial, with over 8 million followers across his platforms.Current Status Josh2Funny continues to be an active content creator, focusing on producing viral comedy skits and acting. He is currently based in Lagos, Nigeria.