Hal Sparks

Actor and comedian from 'Talk Soup'

Hal Sparks - Actor and comedian from 'Talk Soup'
Born

September 25th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actor, comedian, musician, and political commentator, this individual rose to prominence in the 1990s. Standard television gigs included hosting 'Talk Soup' and starring in the series 'Queer as Folk'. The career also encompassed stand-up comedy performances and appearances on various talk shows, engaging audiences with political discourse and humor. In addition to performance, the individual contributed to music projects, showcasing versatility across entertainment mediums. Continued participation in public discussions regarding political and social issues expanded the presence in the media landscape.

Hosted 'Talk Soup'

Starred in 'Queer as Folk'

Performed stand-up comedy nationwide

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