Bobby Slayton
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Born Name:
Robert Michael Slayton
Born Date: May 25, 1955
Born Place: Scarsdale, New York
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Occupations: Actor, comedian, writer
Brief Biography: Bobby Slayton is famously known as "The Pitbull of Comedy". Recognized for his rapid-fire, unfiltered, and aggressive delivery, as well as his distinctive gravelly voice, he has been a fixture of the stand-up comedy circuit for over four decades.
Stand-Up Comedy:
Growing up in New York, Slayton idolized legendary comics like Lenny Bruce, George Carlin, and Don Rickles. He began grinding on the comedy club circuit in the 1980s, establishing himself as an unapologetically direct performer. His high-energy, raw observational humor made him a staple at clubs like The Comedy Store and The Laugh Factory. Slayton was later featured on HBO's Comic Relief and released a stand-up special, Born to be Bobby (2010), on Showtime.
Film & Television:
Beyond the stage, Slayton is a prolific actor who has appeared in dozens of television shows and feature films. Some of his most notable film appearances include playing a casino manager opposite John Travolta in Get Shorty, a TV comedian in Ed Wood, and a tabloid TV host in Barry Levinson’s Bandits. His TV credits include The Tonight Show, Politically Incorrect, Home Improvement, and the HBO series Mind of the Married Man. He also portrayed Rat Pack member Joey Bishop in the 1998 film The Rat Pack.
Voice Acting:
Slayton's distinct, raspy voice and manic delivery translated perfectly to voice acting. He has made memorable voice appearances on animated shows like Family Guy and Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist. He is also well-known in the radio and podcast world, having been a frequent guest on The Adam Carolla Show and making regular appearances on SiriusXM.
Born Date: May 25, 1955
Born Place: Scarsdale, New York
Died Date:
Died Place:
Occupations: Actor, comedian, writer
Brief Biography: Bobby Slayton is famously known as "The Pitbull of Comedy". Recognized for his rapid-fire, unfiltered, and aggressive delivery, as well as his distinctive gravelly voice, he has been a fixture of the stand-up comedy circuit for over four decades.
Stand-Up Comedy:
Growing up in New York, Slayton idolized legendary comics like Lenny Bruce, George Carlin, and Don Rickles. He began grinding on the comedy club circuit in the 1980s, establishing himself as an unapologetically direct performer. His high-energy, raw observational humor made him a staple at clubs like The Comedy Store and The Laugh Factory. Slayton was later featured on HBO's Comic Relief and released a stand-up special, Born to be Bobby (2010), on Showtime.
Film & Television:
Beyond the stage, Slayton is a prolific actor who has appeared in dozens of television shows and feature films. Some of his most notable film appearances include playing a casino manager opposite John Travolta in Get Shorty, a TV comedian in Ed Wood, and a tabloid TV host in Barry Levinson’s Bandits. His TV credits include The Tonight Show, Politically Incorrect, Home Improvement, and the HBO series Mind of the Married Man. He also portrayed Rat Pack member Joey Bishop in the 1998 film The Rat Pack.
Voice Acting:
Slayton's distinct, raspy voice and manic delivery translated perfectly to voice acting. He has made memorable voice appearances on animated shows like Family Guy and Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist. He is also well-known in the radio and podcast world, having been a frequent guest on The Adam Carolla Show and making regular appearances on SiriusXM.