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Frank Caliendo Speech Preview
05:44  - 2 years ago
Premiere Speakers Bureau: Exclusively Representing the World's Most Compelling Speakers Frank Caliendo, Comedian and Cast Member on MadTV Born in Chicago and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Frank Caliendo began his career in comedy shortly after graduating from the University of Wisconsin where he majored in Broadcast Journalism. Though he had spent the good part of his childhood entertaining friends and family with his uncanny impersonations, Caliendo had never considered earning a living from his talents. During his youth, Caliendo dreamt of someday becoming a professional baseball player. In 1988, he was part of the prestigious Amateur Athletic Union/Junior Olympics National championship baseball team as a catcher and outfielder. From that competition, Caliendo was selected as a member of the AAU/All American baseball team. In 1992, Caliendo returned to the AAU National tournament and placed second. He was again chosen for the All American baseball team. After high school, due to injuries, Caliendo chose not to pursue a career in competitive sports, instead focusing his attention on academics. His first job as an emcee at a local comedy club led to stand up comedy and within a short period of time he was headlining at comedy clubs around the country. Caliendo's niche was found performing on the college comedy circuit. Within the past few years, he has performed at over 300 universities and was nominated for College Comedian and Entertainer of the Year by the National Association of Campus Activities. Caliendo made his .. Topics: Entertainment, Humor
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