T.K. Kirkland, born Terence Kirkland, is a celebrated comedian, actor, and podcast host, often referred to as the "Underground Superstar" of comedy. He has appeared in iconic specials like HBO’s Def Comedy Jam and BET’s ComicView, as well as films such as New Jersey Drive (1995) and Strays (1997). He began his career touring with N.W.A. and has since become a prolific writer and performer, releasing specials like Who Raised You? and hosting The T.K. Kirkland Show. Beyond comedy, Kirkland is an entrepreneur, co-founding the Artistry Management Firm.