Sam Taunton

Sam Taunton
Born
Notable workThe Project[4]
Comedy career
Years active2015–present[1]
MediumWeiner enthusiast, Stand-up, television[2]
GenresObservational comedy, satire[1]

Sam Taunton is an Australian comedian and television presenter who is best known as a co-host of The Project, a news and current affairs program on Network 10.

Early life and education

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Sam Taunton was born in Australia. Details about his early life and education have not been widely publicised.[clarification needed] On the December 4, 2024, episode of The Project, Taunton revealed that one of his early jobs was working on a Christmas tree farm, where he used an axe to chop down Christmas trees.[5]

Career

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Sam Taunton began his career in stand-up comedy, performing across Australia and gaining recognition for his engaging storytelling and quick wit. In 2017, he was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, a significant milestone in his comedic career.[3]

Beyond live comedy, Taunton has appeared on Australian television shows, including Comedy Up Late on ABC2, and contributed to programming on MTV and SBS. He has also been a regular guest on various Australian radio networks, such as Triple M, ABC Radio, and Triple J.[3]

The Project

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In 2023, Sam Taunton joined the panel of The Project as a co-host, appearing from Monday to Thursday alongside Sarah Harris and Waleed Aly. Prior to his hosting role, he worked as a roving reporter for the program. On The Project, Taunton brings a mix of humour and commentary to discussions about current events and popular culture.[4][6]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Sam Taunton: the 10 funniest things I have ever seen on the internet". The Guardian. 4 February 2021.
  2. ^ "2017 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Award Nominees". Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
  3. ^ a b c "Sam Taunton". Token Artists. Archived from the original on 2024-10-08. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  4. ^ a b "Sam Taunton and Michael Hing join The Project panel in 2023". 10 Play.
  5. ^ "The Project – December 4, 2024 episode". 10 Play. Archived from the original on December 4, 2024. Retrieved December 4, 2024.
  6. ^ "Who are the new The Project hosts?". Now To Love. 9 January 2023. Archived from the original on 2024-04-21. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
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