800 Pound Gorilla is on a mission to make the world laugh, and they're doing it by breaking language barriers! The comedy powerhouse has announced plans to release content from comedians Anjelah Johnson-Reyes, Matt Rife, and Michael Yo in Spanish and French, opening up their comedic genius to a whole new audience.
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes will be the first to dub her hit special 'Say I Won't' in Spanish, premiering on November 13th on 800 Pound Gorilla's YouTube channel. This makes her the trailblazer in the company's lineup to offer a full special in a new language, making her relatable sass accessible to Spanish-speaking fans.
Ryan Bitzer, co-founder of 800 Pound Gorilla Media, expressed his excitement about their global comedy mission, emphasizing that these dubbed specials are part of their effort to spread joy across the world. Co-founder Damion Greiman added that they hope Spanish and French speakers will discover new favorite comedians through these efforts, allowing comedians to reach broader audiences.
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes humorously noted that while she hopes one day she won't need dubbing, she's grateful for the sassy Spanish translation of her work. Meanwhile, Michael Yo is thrilled to have his comedy translated into French, highlighting the universal appeal of laughter.
With a massive following and reach of over 20 million comedy fans monthly, 800 Pound Gorilla is laying the foundation for a multi-format comedy empire. Their goal is to tell comedy stories in various formats, partnering with comics to pioneer the next big thing in comedy, all while maintaining a comedy-first approach.
Source: 800 Pound Gorilla Media (USA)