It didn’t take long for the network to give Cannon’s “baby” the green light. In 2003, he gathered his fellow comedians-and his own funds-to shoot a pilot episode for MTV. As some celebrities who took the stage throughout the seasons continued to get bigger, a few cast members eventually established their own fame: Kevin Hart, Randall Park, Nyima Funk, Affion Crocket, DeRay Davis, and Saturday Night Live’s Mikey Day to name a few.Īt 22, that was Cannon’s vision: create a platform that offers his friends jobs, but also sets the stage for their respective careers.

Actor/comedian Orlando Jones, rapper Cassidy, and legendary hip-hop figure Biz Markie were the names etched on the Hollywood premiere’s bill. Its first episode featured a blend of new school and old school entertainers, a theme that’ll be amplified this coming season. MTV’s 15-year-old improv comedy show, which films at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, enters its new season on April 21. Back to the blank slate they went.įrom the producers to the cast, Wild ‘N Out’s collective input aids in its staying power. Nothing major besides an intensified static shock, right? Although Cannon thought it would be a hit with viewers, his Wild ‘N Out castmates weren’t on the same wavelength. It’s pretty simple: you’re strapped in the chair, showcasing your best freestyling skills, but if you hesitate you get zapped. It consists of an electric chair and quick thinking.

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