Nate Jackson: From ‘Young Rock’ to Netflix and a Nationwide Comedy Tour
Comedian Nate Jackson has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, transitioning from television roles to a successful stand-up career highlighted by his Netflix special, Nate Jackson: Super Funny, and his ongoing “Massive Dog Comedy Tour.”
Netflix Debut: ‘Super Funny’
Jackson released his first one-hour Netflix special, Nate Jackson: Super Funny, on July 8, 2025, where it quickly reached the #3 spot on the Netflix Top 10. The special features Jackson’s signature blend of sharp jokes, savage roasts, and infamous crowd work, tackling topics ranging from judgment-free gyms to catfishing. Decider notes the special showcases his ability to move beyond crowd work and deliver strong standalone material.
Early Career and Influences
Before his Netflix success, Jackson honed his comedic skills through years of performing stand-up. He developed a comedy brand, “Super Funny,” in Washington’s Puget Sound area in the 2010s, eventually opening his own Super Funny Comedy Club in Tacoma. He has likewise worked as a writer, consultant, and performer on Wild ‘N Out, and written for Leslie Jones during her hosting of the BET Awards. Jackson’s television credits include a role as the late professional wrestler Junkyard Dog on NBC’s Young Rock and an appearance on Curb Your Enthusiasm. He has also performed on HBO’s All Def Comedy, Kevin Hart’s Hart of the City on Comedy Central, and Laff Mobb’s Laff Tracks on TruTV.
The ‘Big Dog’ Comedy Tour
Currently, Nate Jackson is touring with his “Big Dog Comedy Tour,” bringing his unique style of comedy to cities across the United States. Tour dates as of March 2, 2026, include:
- March 13 – 15: Columbus Funny Bone Comedy Club, Columbus, OH
- March 18 – 22: The Stress Factory comedy club, Bridgeport, CT
- March 26 – 29: San Jose Improv, San Jose, CA
- April 2 – 4: Richmond Funny Bone Comedy Club, Richmond, VA
- April 10 – 12: Stand Up Live, Phoenix, AZ
- April 18: Robert Kirk Walker Theatre, Chattanooga, TN
- April 19: Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, TN
- May 1: Tennessee Theatre, Knoxville, TN
Tickets for the tour are available at Natejacksoncomedy.com/tour-dates.
YouTube and Social Media Presence
Jackson has cultivated a strong online presence, particularly on YouTube, where his crowd work “joints” regularly garner over a million views. He also actively engages with fans on social media, including Facebook, where he announced the release of his Netflix special.