Eddie Kadi
Encyclopedia
Eddie Kadi is a UK comedian
, presenter
, actor
and MC
.
since 1992, he is a past student of Fulham Primary School, Henry Compton Secondary School, William Morris Academy and Kingston University
from which he graduated with BSc Honours in Media Technology. Kadi served as President of the Afro-Caribbean Society at the University.
where he sold out the 13,000 arena according to his numerous (2) appearances on Fighting Talk
. He has also released a 4 disc DVD collection, and completed numerous radio, television and film projects.
and co-presents the OHTV series It’s All Good. He has fronted documentaries with Current TV in France and MTV Base
in Mali as well as station idents for MTV and the BBC
. He appeared on Fighting Talk
on 27 November 2010, where he finished in the traditional debutant's position of last. He made his second appearance on 22nd January 2011 and was involved in provoking Tom Watt
to produce the immortal line “I’m not here to talk about real-estate”
. His film projects include the lead role in the short film Area Boys, shot in Africa and premiered at the 51st London Film Festival.
Eddie also appears as Reggy in the film Shank,set for release in 2010.
Eddie has also made an appearance in the uk movie Anuvahood released in march 2011
and worked with Senegalese rap artist Akon
on his "Konfidence Foundation" in Senegal
.
Comedian
A comedian or comic is a person who seeks to entertain an audience, primarily by making them laugh. This might be through jokes or amusing situations, or acting a fool, as in slapstick, or employing prop comedy...
, presenter
Presenter
A presenter, or host , is a person or organization responsible for running an event. A museum or university, for example, may be the presenter or host of an exhibit. Likewise, a master of ceremonies is a person that hosts or presents a show...
, actor
Actor
An actor is a person who acts in a dramatic production and who works in film, television, theatre, or radio in that capacity...
and MC
Master of Ceremonies
A Master of Ceremonies , or compere, is the host of a staged event or similar performance.An MC usually presents performers, speaks to the audience, and generally keeps the event moving....
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Early life
A resident of Little Ilford School, West LondonWest (London sub region)
The West is a sub-region of the London Plan corresponding to the London Boroughs of Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith and Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon and Hounslow. The sub region was established in 2004 and was adjusted in 2008 to include Kensington and Chelsea. The west has a population of 1.6 million and...
since 1992, he is a past student of Fulham Primary School, Henry Compton Secondary School, William Morris Academy and Kingston University
Kingston University
Kingston University is a public research university located in Kingston upon Thames, southwest London, United Kingdom. It was originally founded in 1899 as Kingston Technical Institute, a polytechnic, and became a university in 1992....
from which he graduated with BSc Honours in Media Technology. Kadi served as President of the Afro-Caribbean Society at the University.
Comedy
In 2006 Eddie Kadi won the BECA Award for Best Comedy Newcomer. He went on to stage a series of sold-out solo concerts – two of those during 2009 at the indigO2. In September 2010, he performed at London's O2 ArenaThe O2 arena (London)
The O2 Arena is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in the centre of The O2, a large entertainment complex on the Greenwich peninsula in London, England.With a capacity of up to 20,000 depending on the event, it is second largest...
where he sold out the 13,000 arena according to his numerous (2) appearances on Fighting Talk
Fighting Talk
Fighting Talk is a topical sports show broadcast on BBC Radio 5 Live during the English football season. Its first series aired in October 2003, and was presented by Johnny Vaughan. The second series featured Christian O'Connell. It is currently hosted by Colin Murray and is aired on Saturday...
. He has also released a 4 disc DVD collection, and completed numerous radio, television and film projects.
Broadcasting
Kadi is a presenter on BBC 1XtraBBC Radio 1Xtra
BBC Radio 1Xtra is a digital radio station in the United Kingdom from the BBC specialising in new black music, sometimes referred to as urban music. Launched at 18:00 on 16 August 2002, it had been codenamed Network X during the consulation period and is the sister station to BBC Radio 1...
and co-presents the OHTV series It’s All Good. He has fronted documentaries with Current TV in France and MTV Base
MTV Base
MTV Base is a 24-hour music and general entertainment channel from MTV Networks International. The channel focuses primarily on music from the world of R'n'B, hiphop, reggae, soul and urban. The MTV Base brand first launched in the United Kingdom and in the Republic of Ireland on July 1, 1999,...
in Mali as well as station idents for MTV and the BBC
BBC
The British Broadcasting Corporation is a British public service broadcaster. Its headquarters is at Broadcasting House in the City of Westminster, London. It is the largest broadcaster in the world, with about 23,000 staff...
. He appeared on Fighting Talk
Fighting Talk
Fighting Talk is a topical sports show broadcast on BBC Radio 5 Live during the English football season. Its first series aired in October 2003, and was presented by Johnny Vaughan. The second series featured Christian O'Connell. It is currently hosted by Colin Murray and is aired on Saturday...
on 27 November 2010, where he finished in the traditional debutant's position of last. He made his second appearance on 22nd January 2011 and was involved in provoking Tom Watt
Tom Watt
Tom Watt is a pro scout for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Prior to joining the leafs, Tom worked with the Florida Panthers on August 16, 2005, as Pro Scout. He previously worked in Player Development for the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim. He originally joined the Mighty Ducks on January 5, 2001 as Special...
to produce the immortal line “I’m not here to talk about real-estate”
Acting
Kadi's work as a voiceover artist includes a characterisation in the Tiger Aspectproduced animated TV series Tinga Tinga TalesTinga Tinga Tales
Tinga Tinga Tales is a Kenyan/British 78 episodes children's series based on African folk tales and aimed at 4- to 6-year olds. It was commissioned by the BBC for its CBeebies channel, and by Disney Channel for its Disney Junior block....
. His film projects include the lead role in the short film Area Boys, shot in Africa and premiered at the 51st London Film Festival.
Eddie also appears as Reggy in the film Shank,set for release in 2010.
Eddie has also made an appearance in the uk movie Anuvahood released in march 2011
Music
Eddie Kadi has also featured vocally alongside top UK Hip Hop Artist SwaySway DaSafo
Derek Andrew Safo is a Ghanaian British musician who uses the stage names Sway DaSafo or Sway. He is signed to Akon's Konvict Muzik record label and he is also a producer, establishing DCypha Productions.-Childhood:...
and worked with Senegalese rap artist Akon
Akon
Aliaune Damala Badara Thiam, better known as simply Akon , is a Senegalese American R&B recording artist and songwriter.According to Forbes, Akon grossed $21 million in 2010, $20 million in 2009 and $12 million in 2008. He rose to prominence in 2004 following the release of "Locked Up", the first...
on his "Konfidence Foundation" in Senegal
Senegal
Senegal , officially the Republic of Senegal , is a country in western Africa. It owes its name to the Sénégal River that borders it to the east and north...
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