Joey Diaz – Biography, Age, Career, Net Worth

Who is Joey Diaz?

The name Joey Diaz is commonly associated with Jose Antonio Diaz, who is an American actor, comedian, and podcast host. He is the creator and host of the podcast ‘The Church of What’s Happening Now’ and regularly appears on the show ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’. Diaz was raised as a single child by his parents in Havana, Cuba. His initial intention was to become a bookmaker, but later he changed his mind because it was not an honest way to make a living. After being orphaned at a young age, he embarked on a journey into a world of crime and was even held in prison for a time. His time in prison was spent performing stand-up comedy skits for his fellow inmates.

He was inspired by this to pursue an acting career. The sports comedy film ‘Basketball’ was his first appearance on the big screen. He also played a small role in the TV series ‘NYPD Blue’ and ‘My Name in Earl’. He went on to appear in films, such as ‘American Gun’ and ‘Spider-Man 2’, in cameo roles. In recent times, he appeared in the movie ‘Rules Don’t Apply’, a romantic comedy drama that was directed by Warren Beatty.

Biography

Jose and Gloria Diaz were the parents of Joey Diaz, who was born on February 19, 1963, in Havana, Cuba and is currently aged 61. He was the only child of his parents, who were both involved in the Cuban Revolution. His father was involved in unions and political prisonerry, while his mother worked as a bookmaker and a numbers runner.

Joey grew up in a neighborhood where crime, drugs, and violence were a common occurrence. He observed his mother’s illegal activities and acquired the skills to hustle and survive on the streets. Joey was a victim of many hardships and tragedies during his childhood. His father died of a heart attack at the age of three, and his mother died of a car accident at the age of 16.

He was then rehabilitated by his godfather, who was also a criminal and a drug user. Joey’s high school dropout was a result of his struggle with addiction, depression, and anger issues. In addition to being in a juvenile detention center, he also spent some time in prison for kidnapping and robbery. His high school girlfriend had a daughter with him, but he lost touch with her for many years.

Personal Life

In his life, Joey Diaz has experienced two marriages. In Colorado, he met a woman named Tracy for his first marriage. Their relationship was turbulent and abusive, even though they had a daughter together. In 1991, their divorce resulted in Joey losing custody of his daughter. He didn’t see her again until she was 20, when they reunited and reconciled.

Joey met Terrie Diaz in Los Angeles and they became his second and current wife. Before getting married in 2009, they had been dating for several years. Mercy, their daughter, was born in 2013 and they have a daughter.

Career

Joey Diaz arrived in Los Angeles in the early 1990s to begin his professional career as a comedian. The comedy scene at the time was extremely competitive, with new performers constantly emerging. Diaz had a natural ability to make people laugh, and his raw, unfiltered style quickly distinguished him from the crowd. His dark humor, storytelling ability, and unapologetic approach to taboo subjects made him a popular figure.

His loyal fans and reputation for being a fearless and authentic comedian helped him develop a loyal fan base. He also made friends with other comedians, including Joe Rogan, Doug Stanhope, and Ari Shaffir, who gave him support and mentorship. Joey Diaz’s work as a comedian and actor has been seen in multiple films and TV shows.

Throughout the early 2000s, Joey Diaz’s career started to gain momentum. He received an invitation to perform on late-night talk shows and his stand-up specials received significant attention. Diaz’s humor, which blended gritty stories from his past with a sharp, observational style, was a success with audience.

Some of his notable roles include Spider-Man 2 (2004), where he played a train passenger who defended Spider-Man from Doctor Octopus; The Longest Yard (2005), where he played Big Tony, a convict and a football player; My Name Is Earl (2005-2009), where he played Joey, a friend of Earl’s; and The Many Saints of Newark (2021), where he played Dickie Moltisanti, the father of Christopher Moltisanti from The Sopranos.

He has also been a voice actor in video games, including Grand Theft Auto IV (2008) and Mafia III (2016). Joey Diaz is known for his prolific podcasting, having hosted and guest-starred on numerous podcasts.

His podcast, The Church of What’s Happening Now, was launched in 2012 and he also has a podcast. The podcast is hosted by Joey, Lee Syatt, and other comedians, actors, musicians, and friends who talk about comedy, life, culture, and current events. The podcast has been downloaded more than 800 times and has more than 800 episodes. Joey Diaz has also published a book entitled Where I Got My Balls From: Stories of a Cuban Refugee in 2016, titled “Where I Got My Balls From: Stories of a Cuban Refugee”.

Net Worth

Joey Diaz has an estimated net worth of $1 million. Comedy shows, film and TV appearances, podcasts, book sales, and merchandise are all ways in which he earns income. His supporters can receive exclusive content and perks through his Patreon account.

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