Eric Nieves Biography

My father left soon after and I was raised quite well thank you by mom. I graduated High School and enrolled in the State University of New York – Oswego... a town that brings a whole new meaning to 'middle of nowhere'. After graduation I moved to Tampa Florida for two years (needed to thaw off after Oswego.) It was at this time I started my career...as a social worker. (The comedy is coming...trust me.) During this time I took my first shot at a local Tampa comedy club amateur contest. After winning and catching the comedy bug I moved back to New York City to attempt a career. (As a social worker at first...I wasn't ready for comedy just yet!) I entered my first amateur contest…and lost. (The guy who beat me was a five year veteran at that point but I won't mention names as he is still in the business.); however the club manager saw something in me and gave me a weekly spot. (12:00 am show on Saturdays... I was in heaven!) I made my paid comedy debut in 1994... I also honed my skills as a comedian writer and performer with the sketch comedy group Nuyorican Rule during the next 8 years.
In 1999 I was introduced to Joey Edmonds and since that time I have traveled to over 350 Universities explaining to the nation exactly what a Puerto Rican is and breaking a few stereotypes. (Probably re-in forced some New York stereotypes but I try to help.) My credits include a guest-starring role on NYPD Blue as well as appearances on Showtime at the Apollo and BET's Comic View.

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