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Anthony Salame
Anthony Salame is an Australian comedian and former radio host, who has also had appearances in multiple Australian television series.
Anthony Salame | |
|---|---|
| Occupation(s) | Comedian, actor, radio host |
| Website | anthonysalame |
Early life edit
Anthony is the son of Lebanese migrants.[1] He grew up in Sydney, Australia.[2]
Career edit
Radio edit
Anthony was a co-host of the Virgin Radio morning show in Beirut, Lebanon, starting from its launch in May 2013 and departing on 17 May 2019.[3] He was embraced by the radio station due to his previous comedy experience in Australia.[4]
Television edit
- Pizza (2007), as the role of Omar[5]
- Swift and Shift Couriers (2008 - 2011), the role of Anthony Sukor[6]
- Housos (2011), playing the role of the service station clerk and Crystal's boyfriend/the manager at the local McDonald's[7]
- Legally Brown (2013), in the role of Aziz[8]
- The Footy Show (2013), appeared on season 20 episode 6[9]
- Koala Man (2023), as the role of Sparky, Bricky and Yellow Tiggly
Stand-up Comedy edit
- Opened for LL Cool J at the Enmore Theatre (2009)[10]
- Montreal Just for Laughs (Invitation Only) Comedy Festival (2009)[11]
- Toured in the United States, Australia and New Zealand with Pablo Francisco, Jo Koy and Maz Jobrani (2010)[12]
- Opened for De La Soul at the OMG Comedy Tour with Tahir & Hung Le (2011)[13]
- Solo Tour to Lebanon with ‘'Live in Beirut (2011)[14]
- Produced Anthony Salame: Is This Thing On?, stand-up comedy DVD released on 1 March 2012[15][16]
Awards and nominations edit
ARIA Music Awards edit
The ARIA Music Awards are a set of annual ceremonies presented by Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA), which recognise excellence, innovation, and achievement across all genres of the music of Australia. They commenced in 1987.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Is This thing On? | Best Comedy Release | Nominated | [17] |
References edit
- ^ "Australian radio's talent drain". Radio Info. 3 December 2018. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "One Night Stand, Anthony Salame". Australian Stage. 10 April 2009. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Anthony Salame leaves Virgin Radio Lebanon After 6 years". blogbaladi.com. 19 May 2019. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Coates, Sally (9 June 2019). "Fat Pizza, stand-up comedia Anthony Salame moves to radio". The West Australian. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Pizza: episode guide: series 5". australiantelevision.net. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "ABOUT THE SHOW, Swift and Shift on SBS". SBS. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Credits - Housos on SBS". SBS. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Legally Brown Season 1 Credits". SBS. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Comedy Night With Anthony Salame, Darren Sanders & Joel Ozborn". bayviewgladesville.com.au. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Sydney Comedy Festival 2010: Anthony Salame @ The Factory Theatre". liveguide.com.au. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Anthony Salame". Century Artisis. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Dave Williams with Anthony Salame & Special Guest Comedians". Happy Endings Comedy Club. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Drum Media Sydney Issue #1055". Issuu. 11 April 2011. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Anthony Salame Live in Beirut". beirut.com. 20 October 2011. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Anthony Salame: Is This Thing On? Standup, DVD". Sanity. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Anthony Salame - Is This Thing On?, DVD - Buy Online at The Nile". The Nile. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "ARIA Awards Best Comedy Release". Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA). Retrieved 17 April 2022.
External links edit
- Anthony Salame at IMDb
- Anthony Salame's Website