Mo Amer on Fleeing Kuwait at 9 Years Old, Selling a Racist Guy a Flag & Netflix Comedy Special

Mo talks about his friendship with Jon Stewart, his family fleeing Kuwait and moving to Texas when he was a 9-year-old, getting into standup comedy, observing Ramadan, working at a flag store, his two Netflix specials, and his Houston hometown pride.
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[@inamghafoor]

I randomly came across his shows on Netflix, he's not messing around, man has jokes and is a good story teller

[@Skitz0frenix]

Check him out in the tv show Ramy. Every scene he's in cracks me tf up. His delivery is sooo funny

[@plugsplug8546]

He actually is messing around tho.

[@timcray6798]

My friend just told me about his show on Netflix.. said it was real funny

[@emilyconor8963]

@@timcray6798 and tim, do you agree its really funny

[@SpinDoc420]

the wife and i binged the 1st season last night and as Houstonians , MO did an amazing job representing our city's spirit

[@ingrid3578]

I'm truly happy for this guy's success. Seems like a very humble person who has obviously worked hard to get where he is. And he is very funny!!!

[@AJ-xm4xc]

He was fasting, so that’s probably why he wasn’t as witty as usual.

[@hbq8]

Free Palestine ❤️🤍💚🖤

[@nabil8196]

❤️🇰🇼🇵🇸❤️

[@momak4484]

Soon inschallah jihad again zionisten.

[@diogenes.]

يا زلمي ما أجملك ،بس ولو 🦋

[@rebeccaallen9917]

yes

[@gleamish03]

🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸

[@LadyHashZ]

I loved him in the show Ramy. This interview made me smile, he represented himself and his religion and culture very well.

[@Skitz0frenix]

YES! He steals every scene that he's in. The dude is hilarious

[@nckcastello]

Ramy is a co creator for his new show Mo on netflix.

[@alialsulaitii]

My respect to jimmy just skyyy rocketed due to the way he respectfully on the way he asked about Islamic info even tho he doesn’t have much idea of it. ❤️

[@-------------------DD]

That was really nice. I like Jimmy more now. It's important to make everyone feel included.

[@southside3119]

@@-------------------DD lmfao you like him more for what he said? What you liked him less before he said what he said?

[@-------------------DD]

@@southside3119 Are you a psychologist?

[@-------------------DD]

@@snowygalaxy oh yeah, wow! Like Texans and Mormons! I get it!!

[@fiddah]

@@snowygalaxy what have we done to you? Don’t lie

[@myrgo1648]

I gave his first special a try last year and he is hilarious. His Spanish is also truly perfection. Glad Jimmy had him on.

[@HH-gv8mx]

Yeah his Spanish is so good it caught Guillermo offguard. I wanna know about this Ramadan thing. They only fast for one day is that correct?

[@NYS911]

@@HH-gv8mx it is a month in the Islamic calendar, fasting from sun up to sun down ( no food, no drink and not sex)

[@sharygalloway9777]

@@NYS911 not sex for the whole month?

[@ETS186]

@@sharygalloway9777 only during the day man. Easy if you got a job.

[@sunglasserz]

@@HH-gv8mx Fasting (Sawm) is one of the 5 pillars in islam. 29 or 30 days, depends on the moon sight. You can eat, drink water, have sex after sunset till suhoor. Suhoor is when you start fasting, roughly 1,5 hours before fajr prayer. Day time all of these are restricted😊 Ramadan is the month of fasting, lots of prayers, sincere supplictions and celebration of Allah’s mercy. Also ramadan is about guarding the tong, controlling the emotions, being positive, reading the Qur’an, fixing the relationships, becoming a better person.

[@necrophiliacin_lace628]

This is the first time I've heard of Mo Amer, but I'm definitely gonna check out Mo when it drops

[@Skitz0frenix]

Check him out in Ramy. He steals every scene that he's in. Naturally funny guy the way he delivers his lines

[@Cloudnine422]

i’m actually happy this is the first time Kuwait is mentioned as KUWAIT not “gulf war” not “Arabia” just KUWAIT ♥️🇰🇼 one of the smallest but richest countries in the Arabian peninsula where many Palestinians along with other arab and asian and south Asian expats live and work. and oil is the not only work field here, Mo def knows nothing of the country but that’s okay we still love him 😭

[@f4wnz132]

🇮🇶 ❤️ 🇰🇼. They should dub some Kuwaiti drama shows in the US.

[@anazi]

Oil engineers and Baristas.

[@Sultan_europa]

But I've heard Kuwait a lot.

[@fb4779]

Its true .. he doesn’t know much about Kuwait. If he did he’d know why we deported 400k Palestinians in 1991

[@remideneaboko-colediakite823]

Kuwait is an awesome country with great shopping malls! ♥️

[@waryaawariiri1812]

As a Somali Muslim refugee who came to Canada via U. S. as a 16-year-old teen in 1996, I can relate to him a bit.

[@mazar11221122]

I saw you in the Indian Ocean, you are a pirate and you drink Rum

[@mgp1635]

Hey. Fellow east african here. So ppl've been fleeing to canada via US since the 90s,wonder when Canada will catch on.

[@waryaawariiri1812]

@@mgp1635 Yes, may God have mercy on her soul my late Canadian sister who insisted I move to Canada to be with her family in 1996. I am so glad I did.

[@supazopazo]

Somali women are most beautiful girls in the world!

[@HH-gv8mx]

How long does Ramadan last? And do you just fast part of one day? You can only eat or drink after the sun goes down?

[@blakeweir7714]

Got to work on set for his new show. Nicest guy. Spoke with everyone. Wonderful crew as well

[@Roy-G-Biv]

What a delightful human, i couldn't stop smiling.

[@patriciagm7480]

So happy to see Mo getting more and more famous because he is OH SO FUNNY

[@julieharden2433]

I just watched Mo's stand up special last night - and it was hilarious. I am so glad I watched. So, so funny.

[@susanb1997]

I love this guy. He has an incredible story and is so talented! Go Mo!

[@solisdruid8442]

I myself just discovered him in my feed of videos. I am so surprised to have never heard of him before. Seems so well polished and comfortable on stage. Usually you don't see that level of total control and comfort on stage until you have made it big. I would be interested to see if and how he handles and crowd work. His presence seems to not need that at all to further the direction of his sets. i am curious though.

[@susanb1997]

@@solisdruid8442 please watch his Netflix Specials.

[@solisdruid8442]

@@susanb1997 hook me up with that log in info.

[@REWYRED]

Stumbled on him on KZbin, my God I was in stitches! It goes to show, no matter your ethnic background, what language you speak, laughter is universally enjoyed and universally understood...

[@jjaber]

Mo Amer is hilarious! Happy for your success! Looking forward to your new show Mo!

[@mikhail5428]

*Mo is a funny comedian, his stories about acting like Mexican are funny af*

[@Cloudnine422]

And sad too. Imagine how many arabs and muslims had to pretend they’re not just bc of this American play!!!!! So sad

[@adad-ec6ht]

@@Cloudnine422 Pakistani Muslims pretend to be Indians.

[@SarahZtalks]

I am so happy for you Mo!! I started watching your clips a longtime ago and I know you worked really hard for this!! Congratulations 👏

[@lovegodlivealoha3352]

Never heard of him but he’s funny, very likable, quick witted & intelligent. It’s excellent to see immediate refugees succeeding in the pursuit of their dreams. It is interesting where refugees end up: a cluster from Kuwait to Huston, TX, another from Vietnam to Alaska, and others from the Philippines, American Samoa & Tonga to Hawai’i

[@-------------------DD]

Yes, lots of Middle Easterners went to Houston from Kuwait. That's so true.

[@Cloudnine422]

And he’s actually Palestinian his family were refugees they fleed to kuwait after the israeli occupation of Palestine and then from kuwait to the US!

[@Cloudnine422]

Also love how jimmy respectfully mentions the holy month of ramadhan and asks about the fasting and tries to understand

[@janaeva2307]

i love this guy

[@heba811]

Lesss go , a talented person on jimmy Kimmel getting the recognition he deserves. Truly representing the middle eastern community. Making us proud fr.🇮🇶🇦🇪🇵🇸🇪🇭🇸🇾🇯🇴🇱🇧

[@al7amar2000]

🇰🇼🇸🇦🇦🇪🇴🇲🇧🇭🇶🇦🇾🇪 these are also middle easterns for those who don’t know.

[@randymurmon4476]

Why do you guys never mention the Gulf Arabs and the yemenis ?

[@moerahman6749]

Mo Amer is hilarious and a great dude.

[@loose-arrow-garage]

I've never heard of Mo Amer but I'm definitely going to check him out on Netflix!

[@gregbrogan9061]

Wow - Mo has such a great smile! He really lights up!

[@Surfboard144]

As a Somali-Muslim I can see hes bit nervous because of the racial prejudice hot seat put on middle- easterns and Arabs. Hope he succeeds in life.

[@AlMahdiist]

He already has

[@Unaveragemoe]

You claim to be a Somali-Muslim Prove it

[@Surfboard144]

@@Unaveragemoe hooyatha wass

[@Unaveragemoe]

@@Surfboard144 well done mate you do have a mother right?

[@Cloudnine422]

Same:( that’s sad

[@al7amar2000]

Speaking of Kuwait 🇰🇼 I’m going to Kuwait next Saturday and I’m so excited I haven’t been to Kuwait for 4yrs.

[@SoLiTaRyBoNe]

just don't be shocked by the amount of plastic surgery on the ladies. also get me some of the Arabian perfumes

[@Tareq27]

At least they are better looking than most of the west 😂, and I am a Canadian - Arab 😂😂😂go sleep bruv

[@Lulu-ty9vk]

@@SoLiTaRyBoNe ???????????

[@SoLiTaRyBoNe]

@@Lulu-ty9vk وش اسوي فيهم هالاستفهامات

[@user-rd9mo1qp1q]

@@SoLiTaRyBoNe I am Egyptian and I lived in Saudi Arabia for 14 years and I was shocked.. In Saudi Arabia, Saudi celebrities choose girls from the comments to win a free plastic surgery 😂! I was shocked

[@chaiaal]

MO is so funny talent comedian my wife and I have watched his special on Netflix at least four times

[@momak4484]

Real comedie legende

[@jazzyfae415]

This is a beautiful interview, I love the diversity and getting to know more poc in the comedy world🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽 kudos y'all, he's hilarious!!🏆🏆👏🏽👏🏽

[@joemontano4275]

And Houston loves you Mo...🤘🚂⚾🤘...

[@mtnx7]

Amazing story

[@markwilliams2620]

Small detail on the Liberian flag: the man knew his product line. A very good employee I would love to employ.

[@ejyounggun08]

Dude paid $800 for like $7 of material. 😅😅😅 God bless mop handles.

[@Joonzi]

Seems like a decent guy.. funny too! Thanks Jimmy for intruding us to him🍻

[@AymunDraws]

For those who may be curious, if you eat or drink by mistake / forgetfulness while fasting, your fast DOESNT break! In fact you consider it as a gift from Allah and complete your fast till sundown. But if you do it on purpose, your fast obviously breaks and you will have to make up for it later on. If someone is sick, travelling, pregnant, menstruating, or have another valid excuse they are excused from fasting and keep compensatory fasts later on. Those who cannot due to health conditions etc pay a certain compensatory charity instead! Do search up anything else youre curious about! Salam!

[@zaitainj2388]

My country as a title wow never thought id have this honor

[@Joonzi]

Yeahh I was waiting for him to $hit on us but he didn’t😂 .. Great dude

[@nolabel6824]

Mr. Amer is a very funny guy. I saw one of his Netflix shows about an hour ago. He's super talented, as I enjoyed it. :)

[@DerekHoscorner]

Jimmy Kimmel mo amer on Kuwait awesomeness job interview

[@HBarnill]

This guy told Mitt Romney to f*** off during his presidential campaign. He's good in my book.

[@marliesyanke4580]

Nope, Mitt is decent

[@krisk3363]

@@marliesyanke4580 can't believe I'm saying this but considering what the republican party has become today, yes, I agree Mitt is decent

[@moeq2865]

My 3 favorites in this clip. Jimmy, Moe, Houston

[@sach8906]

Mo Amer is a funny dude! There are quite some videos on KZbin that will make you LOL!

[@themindenvader3661]

Oh! He just mentioned Liberia! 🇱🇷 😂😂😂

[@stephenchen856]

I saw this guy at the Irvine Comedy Club a few years ago. He's hilarious.

[@devildoll641]

This guy is awesome.

[@8ohvibesrecords811]

One of my favorite comedians right now!! Such a funny dude!

[@aviavi4717]

Congratulations to Jimmy for being such a lovable human being . Having a Muslim guest and allowing him to promote his new show was very kind of him . Maybe there is hope after all.

[@imanebelakhdim7959]

He is a great comedian. Can't wait for hos Netflix show

[@sabico.2618]

Proud of you! Way to go.

[@salinasn3]

From one Houstonian to another, I thank you.

[@lisamoser8257]

This guy is funny and I’m looking forward to watching his shows ♥️♥️♥️

[@iheartmybookshelf]

so glad i got a chance to see him live in comedy cellar, nyc 😍😍🤩🤩 the funniest! best time ever

[@lt_ghostout1353]

i saw the MO series on netflix and this video pops up lol .. MO is amazing love his comedy and love his spirits as well !!

[@chicago2colombia]

Jimmy, I'll be watching your show as of today. Great Guest and great questions. Keep it up.

[@liveLifeHappyFull]

I watched his show a long time ago and I have rewatched it like 10 times!! Dude is super funny, no dirty jokes loved him!

[@kharaonu5646]

PALESTINIAN REPRESENTATION 🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸

[@Hadiplaysmusic]

Mo you legend! Congrats!

[@ludosanderz]

First time i saw him, he was opening for Chapelle at a show in Amsterdam, he KILLED it !

[@tylerhackner9731]

He’s awesome 👏

[@drakec6781]

One of my favorites he’s dope!!! His series on Netflix I binged couldn’t turn it off lol

[@AHMEDKONE20]

0:15 I thought he was gonna "Another One🔥💯" *Dj Khaled's Voice*

[@sunduskhan717]

love this guy!!!

[@kodymartinez1537]

More shows and movies definitely need to be made in Houston Texas!!!

[@Lewis-ch9qc]

This dude is freaking hilarious! 🙌🏾😂👊🏽

[@bamboozle1801]

Very few master smart comedy - jokes that truly have good punches will be tuning- Good interview as well

[@baderalmutlaq647]

Jimmy is a good person .. simple as that.

[@summera8613]

I really loved his Netflix show MO! It was great!

[@redarbz6545]

Good for you Mo Amer

[@methina176]

I love this guy ❤️

[@IEMedia]

Just watched his series “Mo” on Netflix and I really enjoyed it, can’t wait for another season.

[@kelseyquantum]

Love this guy

[@i_love_chilli]

I am definitely watching his show on NF!

[@malakf69]

Love him he’s so funny

[@mira1635]

So proud of you MO ❤️🇵🇸

[@thedarknike6598]

love this

[@jaydeeind4201]

Mo is awesome 👍🏾

[@MS-MS11]

The show Ramy is probably the greatest show on Hulu by far definitely would recommend Americans trying to learn about the daily and life struggles of Muslims in the West and around the globe much love to Mo for all his accomplishments🐐💯

[@LD-ms1wb]

I love him!

[@mohummad100]

One of the best comedians nowadays

[@sjvlogs3662]

Brother smashed it with the hustling, well done bro👊

[@noahdantis8790]

It all starts by getting out of kuwait for us , Including me 🤣

[@_MJS_]

Great guess Jimmy 👍🏼 love the diversity and respect 🙏🏼

[@georgiesimmons5924]

So nice to see some diversity on tv! This is the first arab comedian I've seen on a major network show hope he comes back again

[@ramneekgill5580]

The show Mo was ridiculously good as well

[@Cloudnine422]

“You gotta learn multiple languages after 9-11” this wasn’t just a joke but the sad reality! And that incident with the texan ra***t at the store is sickening 😑 how all muslims became potential suspects not only in the US but also in European countries too after this American systematic play to invade afghanistan and raise the ha-te towards islam! That was truly dark era

[@mental9453]

Mate, Islam invites everyone to hate it with strict intolerance.

[@god_servant663]

@@mental9453 who told you that?

[@alidk5923]

As a Kuwaiti guy. Mo Amer wont rival most Kuwaitis when it comes to comedy. Most of Kuwaiti people have a sense of humor. He must have inherited he's comedy from us.

[@moirfan4036]

Bruh he fleed Kuwait when he was 9, stop putting Kuwait’s name he is Palestinian 🙂

[@staticcouch135]

Bruh he’s Palestinian blood and we know and we live comedic lives so Kuwait was just a pit stop .

[@AmrYousseff]

trust me nobody in the arab world knows kuwaitis for their ‘sense of humour’🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@alanrashid7493]

Zip it and go eat Chinese food in the Salmiya. American's only know Kuwait from the gulf war. No skills nothing.

[@alidk5923]

@@alanrashid7493 عساس انت امريكي ومؤسس. اشكالك اقل من انني ارد عليها

[@abuesab97]

Good interview

[@KingKobra49]

HEY! BELIEVE IN YOURSELF AND YOU WILL BE UNSTOPPABLE😤. The moment you want to quit is the moment you need to keep pushing. You got this !❤️‍🔥💯

[@alansih1]

Great! Moshow. Mo, Keep it up, bro..

[@ahmadmohammed3308]

If I could like this video ultimated times man, I was in stitches😂😂😂😭😭😭😭

[@Ash-or5xf]

Love this guy. He’s hilarious.

[@dawnstanley1733]

So funny and real. 🥰🥰❤

[@hamdyahmed5742]

his role in ramy series was great

[@escazuzu9950]

Representing HTown! I love Mo!

[@Barbarossa-heir]

He is humble and well educated man .good for his parents

[@nourq1482]

Much love and respect for Mohamed, he is talented 👍

[@Truthspeaker495]

I miss Ramadan now that it's gone I got physically and spiritually clean

[@seekersofwisdom85]

he's really funny and talented

[@weldjibla6425]

I guess Mo Amer was in Hawalli Kuwait. Happy to see cut his way to success 😊

[@kodymartinez1537]

Hope we get a season 2!!!!