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Nate Bargatze has become one of the most recognizable voices in stand-up comedy today—not by pushing boundaries or courting controversy, but by doing something far less common: keeping it clean. 

But for the Grammy-nominated comedian, whose 2024 tour topped the charts as the year’s highest-grossing, the motivation behind his comedy is far deeper than just getting laughs. It’s a calling rooted in faith.

Image: Screengrab from Youtube of New York Times Podcasts

“I am second,” Bargatze said in an interview with The New York Times’ David Marchese. “Second to God, second to your family, second to the audience.” This perspective, he shared, drives everything about how he approaches his work. To Bargatze, comedy is more than a career—it’s an act of service.

Born and raised in Tennessee in a Southern Christian household, Bargatze credits his upbringing for shaping his comedic voice. From a young age, he was only exposed to clean comedians, which naturally influenced his style. “It’s how I grew up,” he once said. “I wasn’t allowed to watch anything… so that’s just how I was going to be.” 

For him, straying from clean humor would feel forced. “I just can’t imagine cursing in front of your parents,” he added, noting how even today, he writes his jokes with his parents in mind.

Image: Screengrab from Youtube of New York Times Podcasts

His commitment to family-friendly content has made him a favorite among a wide range of audiences—from kids to grandparents. “I have a lot of grandmothers come to my shows, and they love me,” he shared, with genuine appreciation. “I don’t think there’s much being made that they could go to—certainly not stand-up comedy.”

Despite his deep Christian faith, Bargatze is careful not to label his work as “faith-based.” He prefers his comedy to be accessible to everyone. “I just want to make something [where] all of them can be in the room together,” he explained. He’s aware that overt religious labels can sometimes alienate people, and his goal is to create moments where families, regardless of background, can enjoy time together. “I get worried about being labeled,” he admitted. “Stuff gets faith-based, and people write it off.”

Image: Screengrab from Youtube of Netflix is a Joke

For Bargatze, it’s those little moments with family that matter most. He fondly recalls taking his daughter to see the animated movie Moana, describing it not as a small event, but one of life’s truly memorable experiences. “That’s not a dumb day,” he said. “In the grand scheme of things… those are the ones that you tend to go back to and remember.”

Image: Photo from Facebook of Nate Bargatze

Looking ahead, Bargatze is set to expand his career further, with his first movie, The Breadwinner, scheduled for a 2026 release. Still, even as his profile rises, his focus remains the same: honoring God and bringing joy to others. “God has a path,” he said. “I’m just here to follow the path.”

And for Bargatze, that path is paved with laughter, humility, and purpose.

*Cover Photo/Thumbnail Photo from Youtube of New York Times Podcasts



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