Nate Bargatze is a beloved American stand-up comedian and actor. For those unaware, Nate began his comedy career back in 2002. Having no interest in improv, he reportedly enrolled in Jim Rauth’s Comedy College at the time, which mainly focused on stand-up comedy. In his early years, Nate struggled to gain recognition because his shows never drew more than ten people. However, it all changed in 2008 when Nate Bargatze appeared on Comedy Central’s stand-up show, Live at Gotham, Late Night with Conan O’ Brien, and at the Just For Laughs comedy festival in Montreal. Over the years, Nate toured several places and released multiple comedy albums, including Yelled At By A Clown and Full Time Magic, both of which made the Billboard Top Ten Comedy Charts.
Nate’s hosting of the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards in September 2025 was another moment that helped solidify his reputation as one of the top stand-ups in the industry. Recently, it was announced that Nate Bargatze is all set to receive the prestigious 2026 NAB Television Chairman’s Award. The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), which made the announcement, also added that the presentation will be held on April 21, 2026 (ET). It is worth noting that the one person who has consistently supported Nate Bargatze as he became the No. 1-grossing comedian in the world is none other than his wife, Laura Bargatze. If you are interested in learning more about Nate Bargatze’s wife, keep on reading.
Laura and Nate Bargatze met while working at a restaurant
