Comedian R-Jay Jean

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R-Jay Jean – The Haitian Comedian
Bringing Culture, Comedy & Caribbean Flavor to the Stage
R-Jay Jean, better known as R-Jay the Haitian Comedian, is a Haitian-American stand-up comic whose comedy fuses raw honesty, cultural nuance, and island-style storytelling. Born of Haitian roots and shaped by Bahamian and Jamaican influences, R-Jay brings an authentic Caribbean-American voice to stages across the U.S. and the islands.
Since launching his comedy career in 2007, R-Jay has earned a loyal following by weaving sharp wit and real-life immigrant experiences into his ... high-energy, unforgettable performances. His comedy dives into family dynamics, cultural clashes, relationships, and the Haitian-American experience — always delivered with fearless relatability and signature flair.
R-Jay has lit up renowned stages including The Improv (Orlando, Miami, Hollywood, West Palm, Dania Beach, Louisville, Tampa), New York Comedy Club, Carnival Cruise Lines, and major festivals like the Haitian Compas Festival, Best of the Best, and Miami Takeover, as well as venues throughout the Bahamas, Jamaica, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
As a proud ambassador of Haitian culture in comedy, R-Jay founded and hosted The Comedy Room, one of Broward County’s longest-running independent comedy nights, at Top Chefs Restaurant & Lounge. Over the years, he has shared the stage with comedy legends including Tommy Davidson, Mike Epps, Cedric the Entertainer, Lavell Crawford, Eddie Griffin, Michael Blackson, Malik Sanon, Marvin Dixon, Majah Hype, and the late Papa Pye — Haiti’s beloved King of Comedy.
R-Jay’s talents go beyond stand-up. His credits include:
Theatrical work, including Dutty Money! at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center
TV appearances, such as NiteTime Miami and Shrink Wrap Sketch Comedy Series
Film roles, including performances in Welcome to Static and In the Shadow of Solitude, both produced by Flip The Script Filmmakers and aired on South Florida PBS
Offstage, R-Jay co-hosts Make It Count Wednesdays — a weekly podcast covering current events, relationships, comedy, motivation, and music.
Whether on stage or on screen, R-Jay Jean bridges cultures through laughter — delivering unfiltered stories, infectious energy, and a comedic voice that celebrates the Caribbean spirit. Read More

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About Me – R-Jay Jean, The Haitian Comedian
Bringing culture, comedy, and Caribbean flavor to every stage, R-Jay Jean fuses raw honesty, island storytelling, and the Haitian-American experience into high-energy performances that leave audiences laughing nonstop.
Since 2007, R-Jay has rocked stages from The Improv and New York Comedy Club to Carnival Cruise Lines and international festivals across the Caribbean. A proud ambassador of Haitian culture, he’s shared the spotlight with comedy icons like Tommy Davidson, Mike Epps, Cedric the Entertainer, Lavell Crawford, and Michael Blackso ... n.
Beyond stand-up, his credits span theater (Dutty Money!), TV (NiteTime Miami), film (Welcome to Static, In the Shadow of Solitude), and his weekly podcast Make It Count Wednesdays.
From stage to screen, R-Jay Jean celebrates culture through laughter — with fearless relatability, infectious energy, and a comedic voice that always delivers. Read More

Previous Clients

Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers - 239-479-5233
Side Splitters Comedy Club - Wesley Chapel - 813-724-2436
Baha Mar - Nassau Bahamas - 561-676-4097
The Tuck Shop Comedy - St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands - 904-669-0199
Jokers Wild Comedy Club - Atlantis, Bahamas - 242-552-9766
Funny Bone Comedy Club - Orlando, FL - 407-480-5233
Improv Comedy Club - Tampa, FL - 813-864-4000
Improv Comedy Club - Miami, FL 305-441-8200
Improv Comedy Club - Fort Lauderdale, FL - 954-981-5653
The Comedy Room - North Lauderdale, FL - 561-567-1184

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Acting Experience

R-Jay’s talents go beyond stand-up. His credits include:
Theatrical work, including Dutty Money! at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center
TV appearances, such as NiteTime Miami and Shrink Wrap Sketch Comedy Series
Film roles, including performances in Welcome to Static and In the Shadow of Solitude, both produced by Flip The Script Filmmakers and aired on South Florida PBS

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Comedian R-Jay Jean

R-Jay Jean, also known as R-Jay the Haitian Comedian, is a Haitian-American stand-up comedian known for his raw honesty, cultural humor, and island-style storytelling. With Haitian roots and Bahamian and Jamaican influences, R-Jay brings an authentic voice to stages across the U.S. and the Caribbean. Since launching his comedy career in 2007, he has built a loyal fanbase by blending sharp wit, real-life experiences, and the immigrant perspective into hilarious, unforgettable performances.

R-Jay’s comedy explores family dynamics, cultural clashes, relationships, and the Haitian-American experience. His relatable yet fearless style reflects the joys and challenges of growing up Caribbean in America — always with a comedic twist.

He has graced top stages including the Improv (Orlando, Miami, Hollywood, West Palm, Dania Beach, Louisville, Tampa), New York Comedy Club, Carnival Cruise Lines, the Haitian Compas Festival, Best of the Best Festival, Miami Takeover Festival and venues throughout the Bahamas, Jamaica, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

A proud ambassador of Haitian culture in comedy, R-Jay also created and hosted The Comedy Room — one of Broward County’s longest-running independent comedy nights — at Top Chefs Restaurant & Lounge. Over the years, he’s shared the stage with comedy greats like Tommy Davidson, Marvin Dixon, Cedric the Entertainer, Rayzor Raymond Davis, Malik Sanon, Mike Epps, Lavell Crawford, Eddie Griffin, Michael Blackson, Damon Williams, John "Doo Doo Brown" Gordon, George Willborn, Sean Larkins, Huggy Lowdown & Chris Paul, Majah Hype, the late Marcus Combs, Dexter Angry, Tyler Craig, and many more, including beloved HAITIAN KING OF COMEDY the late Papa Pye.

His credits include theatrical performances (such as Dutty Money! at Lauderhill Performing Arts Center), television appearances (NiteTime Miami, Shrink Wrap Sketch Comedy Series), and headlining numerous comedy festivals and clubs.

Whether on stage or online, R-Jay Jean continues to bridge cultures through laughter — delivering real-life stories, Caribbean flavor, and an unfiltered perspective to every show.