Desus and Mero: The Dynamic Duo of Late Night Comedy

Summary

In this article, we will explore the lives and careers of Desus and Mero, the hosts of the number one show in late night. From their humble beginnings as high school friends in New York City to their rise to fame and success, we will delve into what makes them so unique and beloved by their fans.

The Early Days: High School Friends Turned Comedy Duo
The Desus and Mero Show: Topics, Format, and Audience
The Podcast: Unfiltered Hot Takes and No Censor
The Hats and Clothes: Stylist, Freebies, and Global Fashion
The Personal Lives: Education, Family, and Hairline
Conclusion

The Early Days: High School Friends Turned Comedy Duo

Desus and Mero, whose real names are not disclosed, met in high school in New York City. They initially started out as wholesome personalities before becoming more focused on their net worth and avoiding robbery. After years of honing their comedic skills, they decided to have a show together on Showtime. Their chemistry and unique brand of humor quickly caught on with audiences, and they soon became one of the most popular comedy duos on television.

The Desus and Mero Show: Topics, Format, and Audience

Desus and Mero choose topics to cover based on what interests them and what is important to their audience. Their show airs on Showtime on Sundays and Thursdays, and is currently filmed in the hosts’ apartments in the BX and Bergen County. The show encourages people to use their third eye and not limit themselves. Viewers can watch the show legally on Showtime, a paid cable network. However, it can also be watched illegally on YouTube and Firestick. Desus and Mero are undefinable and represent the beginning and end, infinity, and a mathematical equation that cannot be defined.

The Podcast: Unfiltered Hot Takes and No Censor

Desus and Mero’s podcast is different from their show as they have no censor and can do hot takes without editing. It allows them to express their opinions freely and without any restrictions. Desus drinks pressed juice while Mero drinks rum and coffee to keep him going.

The Hats and Clothes: Stylist, Freebies, and Global Fashion

Desus and Mero get their hats from their wardrobe stylist, Satcha Sa, and also from signing up for credit cards and getting free hats from banks. Their clothes come from all over the world, and they are not cheap. They are known for their unique fashion sense and have become style icons in their own right.

The Personal Lives: Education, Family, and Hairline

Desus and Mero attended various colleges, including College of Mount St. Vincent, Bronx Community College, and Hunter College, and are proud CUNY alumni. Desus was born and raised in the Bronx, where his Jamaican parents landed when they came to New York City. Mero wears a hat because of his receding hairline, and he believes that hairline shaming is no different from other types of shaming.

Conclusion

Desus and Mero are more than just a comedy duo – they are cultural icons who have inspired countless people to be themselves and not limit their potential. With their unique brand of humor and unfiltered opinions, they have become one of the most beloved and influential personalities in late night television.