Sam Taunton

Sam Taunton
BornSydney, New South Wales, Australia
MediumStand-up, television[1]
NationalityAustralian[2]
Years active2015–present[3]
GenresObservational comedy, satire[3]
Notable works and rolesThe Project[4]

Sam Taunton is an Australian comedian and television presenter who is best known as a co-host of The Project, a news and current affairs program on Network 10.

Early life and education

Sam Taunton was born in Australia. Details about his early life and education have not been widely publicized. On the December 4, 2024, episode of The Project, Taunton revealed that one of his early jobs was working on a Christmas tree farm, where he used an axe to chop down Christmas trees.[5]

Career

Sam Taunton began his career in stand-up comedy, performing across Australia and gaining recognition for his engaging storytelling and quick wit. In 2017, he was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, a significant milestone in his comedic career.[2]

Beyond live comedy, Taunton has appeared on Australian television shows, including Comedy Up Late on ABC2, and contributed to programming on MTV and SBS. He has also been a regular guest on various Australian radio networks, such as Triple M, ABC Radio, and Triple J.[2]

The Project

In 2023, Sam Taunton joined the panel of The Project as a co-host, appearing from Monday to Thursday alongside Sarah Harris and Waleed Aly. Prior to his hosting role, he worked as a roving reporter for the program. On The Project, Taunton brings a mix of humor and insightful commentary to discussions about current events and popular culture.[4][6]

References

  1. ^ "2017 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Award Nominees". Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
  2. ^ a b c "Sam Taunton". Token Artists. Archived from the original on 2024-10-08. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  3. ^ a b "Sam Taunton: the 10 funniest things I have ever seen on the internet". The Guardian. 4 February 2021.
  4. ^ a b "Sam Taunton and Michael Hing join The Project panel in 2023". 10 Play.
  5. ^ "The Project – December 4, 2024 episode". 10 Play. Archived from the original on December 4, 2024. Retrieved December 4, 2024.
  6. ^ "Who are the new The Project hosts?". Now To Love. Archived from the original on 2024-04-21. Retrieved 2024-12-04.