Producer of HBO’s Russell Simmons’ Def Comedy Jam is a recognized force in the

world of comedy, with over 20 years of experience discovering many of the top gifted

comedians that grace the stage and big screen around the world.

Before joining Russell Simmons’ company, Rush Communications, Bob was an

independent club promoter for musicians and comedians in the tri-state area. Originally from

Roselle, New Jersey, Bob graduated from Seton Hall University leaving behind the college radio

station of all stations after single handedly taking it to the number one spot.

As producer and talent scout for Russell Simmons’ Def Comedy Jam, Bob is definitely

the man comedians want to know—he has made superstars out of many of today’s most

sought-after comedians. He is the unseen force behind the comedians who appear on the

critically acclaimed Def Comedy Jam series. With more than 20 years of experience producing

comedy, Sumner is one of the most adored producers in the world of comedy.  During the

1990s he traveled across the country in search of undeniably, talented comedians to shine on

Def Comedy Jam. Sumner has discovered such talent as Bernie Mac, Dave Chapelle, Chris

Tucker, Bill Bellamy, Cedric The Entertainer, Mike Epps, and Monique.

Bob has taken a page out of his past to do it all again with a new generation.  Bob has

traveled through forty cities and picked the next generation of superstars to unleash to the

world.

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