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Jo Koy's new Netflix special 'Blue in the Face' to premiere this September

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E. Kristhoff Cagape

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Jo Koy is set to return to Netflix with his sixth comedy special, Blue in the Face, premiering on September 15.In a sneak peek released by Netflix, the streaming platform shared: &quot;Filmed in front of a sold-out crowd in Stockton, California, Jo Koy relives a wild dental disaster, recounts getting fired from McDonald&#x27;s and celebrates his veteran stepdad in this hilariously heartfelt special.&quot;Fans online were quick to react to the news.&quot;I&#x27;m ready!!! Can&#x27;t wait!!&quot; one fan wrote.<div><iframe width="873" height="491" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UIUITdkLMXs" title="Jo Koy: Blue in the Face | Sneak Peek | Netflix" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>The new special comes months after Jo Koy marked another major milestone in his career. In February, the Filipino-American comedian was honored with a handprint and footprint ceremony at the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.&quot;It&#x27;s like an out-of-body experience right now,&quot; he said during a red carpet interview, as reported by ABS-CBN News.Reflecting on what his success means to him both as a performer and a Filipino-American, Jo Koy encouraged others to continue pursuing their aspirations despite the challenges along the way. &quot;Just dream. It&#x27;ll happen. Believe in it and stay the course. There are a lot of ups and downs, but as you can tell, there are a lot more ups to celebrate. So enjoy life and live your dream,&quot; he remarked.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/events/2025/6/27/jo-koy-expresses-gratitude-for-love-and-energy-of-filipino-fans-during-recent-manila-show-0846">READ: Jo Koy expresses gratitude for love and energy of Filipino fans during recent Manila show</a></div>His achievements today come after years of uncertainty in stand-up comedy. Jo Koy recalled reaching a point early in his career when financial struggles nearly pushed him to walk away from performing altogether, particularly after becoming a father.&quot;When my son was born, I really thought about quitting because it was too much. I didn’t have money… and there were times I just wanted to quit. Thank God I didn’t. Now here I am with my son, sharing this moment with him,&quot; he stated. Jo Koy has also long drawn inspiration from his family for his material, with stories about his Filipino mother becoming among the most recognizable parts of his comedy.&quot;When I do that voice of my mom, it’s not making fun of her. That’s really how she talks. When she says, &#x27;Joseph,&#x27; that’s exactly what she sounds like. I want people to hear how amazing she is, how hard she worked,&quot; he said.

Jo Koy's 'Blue in the Face' was filmed in front of a sold-out crowd in Stockton, California.

Jo Koy's 'Blue in the Face' was filmed in front of a sold-out crowd in Stockton, California.