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Bobby Slayton

What is bobby slayton?

· James MacDonald

Key facts

Full name Robert Michael Slayton[3]
Born May 25, 1955[3]
Occupation Actor, writer, producer[3]
Known for Bandits, Dreamgirls, Loser[3]
Nickname “The Pitbull of Comedy”[1]
Stand-up special Born to Be Bobby[2]

Bobby Slayton is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer, often called “The Pitbull of Comedy” [1]. He is known for film, television, and stand-up appearances [1].

Context

Bobby Slayton, born Robert Michael Slayton on May 25, 1955, is an American comedian, actor, and writer [3]. He is nicknamed “The Pitbull of Comedy” [1]. His stand-up special Born to Be Bobby was released in 2009 [2]. He has been a regular on HBO’s Mind of a Married Man and appeared in The Rat Pack [4]. His career spans over 30 years of stand-up performance [1].

Documented claims

  • Bobby Slayton has performed stand-up for over 30 years [1].
  • He has appeared on television shows including The Tonight Show, Politically Incorrect, and Home Improvement [1].
  • His film credits include Get Shorty, Ed Wood, Bandits, and Dreamgirls [1].
  • Born to Be Bobby is a 2009 comedy special [2].

Questions and answers

Is Bobby Slayton still performing?

His official site indicates he has performed stand-up for over 30 years, suggesting an ongoing career [1].

What is Bobby Slayton's religion?

The sources do not provide information about Bobby Slayton's religion.

Who is Bobby Slayton?

Bobby Slayton is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer, known as “The Pitbull of Comedy” [1].

What was Bobby Slayton's breakthrough role?

The sources do not specify a single breakthrough role; he is known for films like Bandits, Dreamgirls, and Loser [3].

Sources

  1. Bobby Slayton — bobbyslayton.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. Watch Bobby Slayton: Born to Be Bobby — netflix.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. LAist Interview: Bobby Slayton, The Pitbull of Comedy — laist.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. Bobby Slayton: Still barking after all these years — latimes.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in Entertainment