Stand-up Comedy
Having initially travelled to the UK at the age of 27 as a classic theatre student training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, Hunter became a comedian after performing his first comedy set as a dare. For this set, he received £100. Realizing he enjoyed it, and there was money in it, Hunter diverted his attention from his acting ambitions and re-focused on stand-up.
He often deals in his stand-up with everyday issues and relationships that he feels important. He attempts to reclaim the word "Nigger" He often uses the term in the titles of his shows; Reginald D Hunter: Pride & Prejudice... & Niggas attracted some controversy, and the poster was banned from the London Underground Likewise his tour with Steve Hughes, called Trophy Nigga, played 55 venues around the UK, yet not all the venues would use the tour title. He joked it was because promoters didn't like the word, 'Trophy'. He is currently touring Ireland with his new show ' a work in progress...& Niggas', and is due to start touring the UK in April.
In April 2013 the Professional Footballers' Association issued an apology after hiring Hunter to appear at its annual awards dinner - having seemingly been unaware of the nature of his material.
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