This comedian is quickly carving out his place in the comedy world with an energetic style rooted in storytelling and real-life humor. Inspired by legends like Kevin Hart, Martin Lawrence, Jamie Foxx, and Eddie Murphy, he blends charisma and relatability into performances that resonate both online and on stage. His growing presence on social media has helped propel him into comedy clubs and showcases across the country, where he continues to build a loyal and expanding fanbase. As part of We Own The Laughs.com’s Comedian of the Day, have a few laughs and get to know comedian EJ Rogers. The Augusta, GA native shares some of his favorite moments in stand-up comedy and explains how he always owns the laughs.
Name: EJ Rogers
Hometown: Augusta, GA
Instagram//Tik-Tok: @comedianejrogers_/@comedianejrogers
Years in Comedy: 8
Haven’t we seen you somewhere before: Tubi
Comedic Influences: Mike Epps, Kevin Hart Eddie Murphy, Bernie Mac, Jamie Foxx, & Martin Lawrence
Favorite Comedy Album: Kevin Hart “I’m A Grown Little Man”
Favorite Comedy Special: Kevin Hart “Laugh At My Pain”, Mike Epps “Don’t Take It Personal”, Jamie Foxx “I Might Need Security”, Kings Of Comedy, Martin Lawrence “You So Crazy”
Favorite Comedy Movie: Life
Favorite Comedy TV Show: The Jamie Foxx Show
Favorite Comedic Character: Dragon Fly Jones
Favorite City to Perform In: Augusta, GA
Favorite Topics to Joke About: Family
Favorite Type of Audience for a Comedy Show: Variety (Colorful)
Favorite Comedy Club: Ikonz In Augusta GA
How did you discover your passion for comedy:
It found me honestly.
What do you remember most about your first time performing stand-up comedy:
I told ONE joke and exited stage left.
How would you describe your comedic style:
Raw, relatable, & real
Describe your process for comedic writing:
Everything just flows naturally
Describe the comedy scene in your area:
Very small
How do you judge success in the world of comedy:
Being able to sale out an arena
Who are some of your comedic peers that you enjoy watching perform or inspire you personally and professionally:
Kamilla Davis
What’s been your most memorable moment in comedy:
Being able to grow and stay consistent.
What have you learned most from your failures in comedy:
Don’t give up and be carefree.
How do people react toward you when they realize that you can make people laugh:
Instantly call me silly or goofy, which I don’t understand because they are the ones laughing (Laughs).
Describe building a career in stand-up comedy:
Stay focused, soak up as much game as you can, and do comedy your way.
If you could change one thing in the world of comedy, what would it be:
The competitiveness is there because so many who haven’t or have built a name feel like they have to prove themselves and act away towards newcomers.
Best advice you’ve ever received from a comedian:
If you show fear, the crowd is going to feel it.
If you were releasing a comedy special this week, what would it be called:
Cry Now Laugh Later
Funniest encounter you’ve ever had with a celebrity:
Seeing how tall Chris Tucker was, and thinking that instead of jokes, he could be helping LeBron.
Weirdest place you’ve ever performed any form of comedy:
In a build with one microphone hooked up to the speaker.
A EJ Rogers Fun Fact:
I really wanted to be an R&B sensation, but I don’t know how to sing.
Where would you like your laughs to take you:
Four comedy specials and unlimited movie appearances.
What would you tell a potential comedian if they ask you how they can own the laughs:
Be yourself
What are your thoughts on the future of comedy:
It’s endless, a laugh could save and help someone’s life
If you could write an episode for ONE classic TV sitcom, which show would it be:
The Wayans Brothers: Lunch With Momma
If you could choose ONE comedy club and THREE comedians to perform with on your perfect comedy show, how would it go:
Atlanta Comedy Theater w/ 85 South. VERY GOOD!
What’s next for you:
Continuing to build social media and songwriting
Why should a person always laugh at life:
Cause it’s not that bad, put your trust in God, and laugh, trouble doesn’t last always.
Follow EJ Rogers’ comedic journey on these social media websites:
Instagram/Tik-Tok: EJ Rogers
Youtube: EJ Rogers
Personal Website: EJ Rogers
