Nate Bargatze: The Laid-Back Comedian Winning Fans with Clean Comedy
Nate Bargatze is a comedian who has built a career by doing what few others can—making people laugh without ever going blue. Known for his clean, laid-back humor and Southern charm, Bargatze has become one of the most beloved comedians of his generation.
With a unique ability to find the funny in everyday life and a delivery that’s equal parts deadpan and relatable, Bargatze has earned fans across the country.
Born and raised in Old Hickory, Tennessee, Bargatze grew up in a household filled with entertainment. His father, a former clown turned world-class magician, provided early inspiration for Nate to pursue a career in show business.
Following in his father’s footsteps, Bargatze began performing stand-up and quickly developed a reputation for his clean, observational comedy. His humor often focuses on his life experiences, marriage, fatherhood, and the quirks of everyday living—all delivered in a slow, conversational style that sets him apart from many of his peers.
Bargatze’s rise in the comedy world is marked by numerous high-profile appearances. He has been a favorite on late-night TV, appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon three times and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon twice.
He has also made multiple appearances on Conan and is a recurring guest on @midnight. His talent for clean, accessible comedy has made him a go-to for big stages, performing at major festivals like Bonnaroo, SXSW, and the Oddball Comedy Festival, as well as on Jimmy Fallon’s Clean Cut Comedy Tour. Bargatze has also performed for U.S. troops in Iraq and Kuwait on five separate occasions, bringing laughter to those serving abroad.
In 2014, Bargatze released his debut comedy album Yelled at by a Clown, which soared to #1 on the iTunes comedy charts and stayed on Billboard’s Top Ten Comedy Charts for weeks.
His unique ability to connect with audiences through relatable humor garnered him critical acclaim, earning spots on prestigious lists like Esquire’s Best New Comedians by Jim Gaffigan, Rolling Stone’s Comedians to Watch by Marc Maron, and Paste Magazine’s comics to know. In 2015, he was named #1 on Vulture’s 50 Comedians You Should Know and was featured on Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch.”
Bargatze’s first hour-long special, Full Time Magic, premiered on Comedy Central in 2015, solidifying his place as a top stand-up comedian. His clean humor and ability to find laughs in everyday situations make him a favorite among fans looking for comedy that’s funny without being offensive.
His subsequent Netflix specials, including The Tennessee Kid and The Greatest Average American, have been met with widespread praise, showcasing his ability to bring his personal life and Southern upbringing to the stage in a way that resonates with a wide audience.
Nate Bargatze’s style of comedy—rooted in humility, wit, and relatability—continues to earn him accolades in the comedy world. With each special and appearance, he proves that clean comedy can be just as funny, if not funnier, than more edgy material.
Whether he’s performing for late-night TV audiences or headlining sold-out shows, Bargatze remains a refreshing voice in stand-up, offering a brand of humor that everyone can enjoy.
