Alex Emix Muhangi, commonly known as Alex Muhangi, is a Ugandan comedian, actor[1] sound engineer, director and host of the comedy show, Comedy Store Uganda.[2] He was listed as one of the top 10 Ugandan comedians and personalities in 2016 and 2017 by New Vision[3][4] and as one of the pioneers of standup comedy in the English language in Uganda.[5]
| Alex Emix Muhangi | |
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 Alex Muhangi in 2022 | |
| Born | 9 October 1990 Rukungiri, Uganda |
| Medium | Stand-up, television |
| Nationality | Ugandan |
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| Years active | Since 2009 |
| Genres | Alternative comedy, Topical |
| Partner(s) | Prim Asiimwe |
| Children | Jehu Muhangi |
Muhangi went on a world tour in 2014 and performed in Rwanda,[6][7][8] South Africa, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, South Sudan, Kenya (Churchill Show),[9] Tanzania, Rwanda,[10][11] Canada, Australia, Somalia, UK, Germany, Norway, Sweden, Nigeria, Ghana, Turkey, UAE, China as well as appearing on The Improv in the United States.[12][13]
Career edit
Muhangi worked at 96.9FM Radio Rukungiri and 89.1FM Vision Fm Mbarara, both in western Uganda as a radio presenter during his high school days. He then started his own record label Masters Music in 2014 in Kampala where he remains the CEO and sound engineer.[14]
In 2009, Muhangi auditioned for StandUp Uganda, a DStv campaign search for the 'next top comic' where he finished as the 2nd Runner-up. He had just been driving by Kimathi Avenue when he saw people lining up for auditions which he thought were acting auditions. He then decided to also audition because he loved acting and had not prepared any jokes. He was asked to tell a joke which he did and suddenly became a contender and later a 2nd Runner up.[15]
In 2010, Alex Muhangi started a comedy group "The Crackers"[16] which had a number one television show "Mic Check" on Cable.[17]
He then co-founded Jazz Comedy. In February 2016, he created Comedy Store Uganda, the biggest weekly entertainment show in Uganda, which he hosts every Thursday at UMA Lugogo in Kampala.
Alex Muhangi has worked with both Ugandan and foreign international comedians, actors and other celebrities including: Anne Kansiime, Daniel Ndambuki, Teacher Mpamire, Eric Omondi, Akite Agnes and others. Muhangi has hosted a number of events in Uganda and abroad including the Club Music and Video Awards (CMVA) alongside Crystal Newman and Ellah,[18] his own Comedy Store Uganda since 2016, and Arthur and Kansiime Live in 2016 in Kigali.[19]
Personal life edit
Alex Muhangi has a daughter, Jehu Muhangi[20] with his partner and radio presenter Prim Asiimwe[21]
Filmography edit
| Year | TV Show/Film | Role | Notes |
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| Since 2016 | Comedy Store Uganda | Himself | Host |
Awards edit
| Awards | |||
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| Year | Award | Category | Result |
| East Africa Choice Awards | Best Comedian | Won | |
| 2017 | Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards (ASFAs) | Male Most Stylish/Dressed Celebrity (Uganda) | Nominated[22] |
| Pearl of Africa Fashion Awards | Best Fashionable Comedian | Won[23] | |
References edit
- ^ "A Look at Alex Muhangi's Career As He Celebrates His Birthday". Chano8. Archived from the original on 22 April 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Muhangi earns big as NTV buys his Comedy Stores show". Matooke Republic. Archived from the original on 22 April 2018. Retrieved 15 April 2018.
- ^ "Top 10 Ugandan personalities that rocked 2017". New Vision. Archived from the original on 9 February 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Abby Mukiibi is Uganda's biggest comedian, see top 10 here". Big Eye. Archived from the original on 22 June 2017. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ Muleyi, Solomon. "Top 10 Celebrities That Shook Uganda In 2016". New Vision. Retrieved 16 March 2019.
- ^ "Alex Muhangi To 'Kill' All Rwandans". Igihe. Retrieved 16 March 2019.
- ^ Mutabazi, Geofrey. "Comedian Alex Muhangi Set For Kigali Show". Chano8. Retrieved 16 March 2019.
- ^ "Comedian Alex Muhangi Set For Kigali Show". Howwe Biz. Retrieved 16 March 2019.
- ^ "Alex Muhangi Scoops Churchill Live Gig". How We. Archived from the original on 22 April 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "The Comedy Knights Rwanda To Be Hosted By Alex Muhangi". Chano8. Archived from the original on 22 April 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Comedian Alex Muhangi To Headline Show in Rwanda". Big Eye. Archived from the original on 12 May 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Alex Muhangi Beats Anne Kansiime". New Vision. Archived from the original on 22 April 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Alex Muhangi lands juicy deals in USA and London". Big Eye. Archived from the original on 28 August 2014. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Comedian Alex Muhangi Sets To Leave Fenon Records". How We. Archived from the original on 16 March 2016. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Things you probably didn't know about Comedian Alex Muhangi". How We. Archived from the original on 5 May 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Alex Muhangi now driving a car with the newest number plate". Big Eye. Archived from the original on 12 May 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Crackers split and make up". Sqoop. Archived from the original on 22 April 2018. Retrieved 15 April 2018.
- ^ "Ellah, Alex Muhangi, Crystal Newman set to host CMVA 2017". Showbiz Uganda. Archived from the original on 22 April 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ "Kansiime, Nkusi promise 'night of laughter'". The New Times Rwanda. Archived from the original on 2 April 2018. Retrieved 10 April 2018.
- ^ Celebrity, Gossip. "CUTE PHOTO: Comedian Alex Muhangi Celebrates Daughter's Birthday". Big Eye. Archived from the original on 2 October 2014. Retrieved 21 April 2018.
- ^ "Wedding Bells: Alex Muhangi To Wed Longtime Sweetheart Prim This Year". Campus Bee. Archived from the original on 22 April 2018. Retrieved 21 April 2018.
- ^ "The list of nominees in 2017 Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards". Matooke Republic. Archived from the original on 9 November 2017. Retrieved 21 April 2018.
- ^ "Pearl of Africa Fashion Awards Full List of Winners". Telesqop. Archived from the original on 12 May 2018. Retrieved 21 April 2018.