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Comedian Kam Patterson, at just 26 years old, has secured a role in the upcoming Netflix comedy ’72 Hours’ featuring Kevin Hart. The film follows a mid-life bachelor party adventure, and Patterson’s commitment to the project has led him to miss recent stand-up performances. His impressive journey in comedy began in 2021, and his recent success is a testament to his talent and perseverance, making him a rising star in the entertainment industry.
West Orlando – Comedian Kam Patterson has made significant strides in his career by landing a role in the upcoming Netflix film ’72 Hours’, a comedy featuring Kevin Hart. The movie, directed by Tim Story, focuses on a bachelor party adventure that sees a 40-year-old executive, played by Hart, attempting to rejuvenate his career by joining a younger group’s three-day escapade after being mistakenly included in their group text.
Patterson, at just 26 years old, has dedicated himself to working on this film, necessitating his absence from the stand-up comedy stage. This has caused him to miss performances at the “Killers of Kill Tony” tour stops in Jacksonville and Orlando in July. His family is proud of his achievements, especially his father, who noted that Patterson’s recent performance was met with enthusiastic responses from the audience.
The comedian previously opened for Adam Ray, receiving a warmly positive reception. Kam Patterson began his career in comedy in 2021, honing his craft at open mic nights throughout Orlando. Notably, he performed at venues like Wil “Dirtbag” Miller’s Night Shade Lounge in Parramore and Vince Taylor’s Comedy & Karaoke at The Dreams Lounge in Casselberry.
Initially encouraged to pursue comedy by co-workers at Foot Locker who recognized his storytelling abilities, Patterson was motivated further by a picture of celebrated comedians his father shared with him. This prompted him to aim for a similar level of success. His talent for comedy showed early, as Patterson often performed at family gatherings and school events from a young age, beginning as early as second grade.
Although he considered alternative careers, including firefighting, Patterson ultimately chose to commit fully to comedy. His performances at open mics helped him build a following, supported by a lively group of fellow comedians. In 2022, he began to expand his opportunities, which included opening for comedian Jason Banks and eventually moving to Austin to enhance his visibility on the national stage.
Kam Patterson’s rise in the comedy scene has been remarkable. By August 2024, he performed on a live episode of “Kill Tony” at Madison Square Garden, showcasing his talent to a broader audience. In his role in ’72 Hours’, Patterson joins an ensemble cast that features Teyana Taylor, Marcello Hernández, Mason Gooding, Zach Cherry, and Ben Marshall. Additionally, rumors suggest that Angela Bassett may join the cast as well.
The film’s script is penned by writers Matt Mider, Kevin Burrows, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg. Ross Fanger serves as the executive producer, with the project being developed in partnership with Sony Pictures. Kam Patterson’s journey from performing at local venues to landing a role in a major Netflix film illustrates his rapid ascent in the entertainment industry and marks a significant milestone in his growing career.
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- Orlando Weekly: Kam Patterson Joins Kevin Hart Film
- IMDb: Kam Patterson News
- Orlando Weekly: The Holy Land Experience
- Google Search: Kam Patterson
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Comedy
