Christopher Powell, also known as Comedian CP, is an American actor, writer, and comedian. He appeared on ''

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'', '' Detroiters'', '' All Def Comedy'', and season two of

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's '' Love Life''.

Life and career

Powell was born and raised in

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, Michigan. He attended

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and received his bachelor's degree in communication studies from Michigan State University. In college he joined the fraternity

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. Powell worked in advertising before leaving in 2010 to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. His monthly comedy show at

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, "The CP Show", helped him gain wider prominence, in addition to posting comedic videos online. In 2015, Powell booked his first television role in a recurring role on ''

''. Powell was also selected to perform stand-up on HBO's '' All Def Comedy'' (2016). For two years, he was a cast member and writer on the

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series '' Detroiters'' (2017-2018). He was also a writer for '' Black Jesus''. Powell acted in a supporting role on season two of the

series '' Love Life'' (2021).

Personal life

Powell is married.

References

External links

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