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Comedian, actor Joey Elias brings laughter to Global News Morning

WATCH ABOVE: Well-known in Montreal’s comedy circles, Joey Elias joins Global’s Laura Casella and Kim Sullivan to talk career, jokes and giving back to the community – May 5, 2017

Montrealer Joey Elias got his start in comedy when he was 19 years old.

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Twenty-five years later, he’s still gracing the stage to tell jokes and make people laugh.

As a comedian, Elias uses his profession to give back, often taking part in fundraisers.

He joined anchor Laura Casella and weather specialist Kim Sullivan as a guest host on Global News Morning in Montreal.

WATCH BELOW: Global News Morning guest co-host Joey Elias loves pizza. Bacaro Urban Pizza co-owner Angelo Mercuri stops by with some of the comedian’s favourite slices.

How did you become a comedian?

I lost a bet to a buddy in a game of pool.

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He knew I was writing material and he bet me that I’d have to go up and perform on an amateur performance night.

I got invited back and from there I just kept working.

WATCH BELOW: Country singer Morgan Wallen joins Laura Casella and guest co-host Joey Elias to talk music and sing his hit song “Whiskey Glasses.”

When did you start giving back?

I give because that’s the way I was brought up, help out as much as you can.

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Growing up, my parents were helping out around the community.

There was something called Comedy With A Cause that opened my eyes that I could give back through comedy.

Why not raise money while having a laugh?

What’s it like being a comedian?

Every day, you try finding something to write about. There’s no shortage of what to write about.

It’s just a matter of making it universally funny, finding that common ground between you and the audience.

WATCH BELOW: Global News Morning guest co-host Joey Elias and Global’s Kim Sullivan highlight some of the fun things to do this weekend, including a pow wow at the Verdun Auditorium.

What advice would you give to people coming up in the business?

Patience. I know everybody wants to jump a level, it really is a very slow process to make sure you don’t want to peak early before you’re ready.

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It’s time consuming, but the reward at the end is amazing. When a joke works, at the end, the payoff is just great. Laughter is the best medicine.

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