Sam Taunton is an

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comedian and television presenter who is best known as a co-host of '' The Project'', a news and current affairs program on

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Early life and education

Sam Taunton was born in Australia. Details about his early life and education have not been widely publicised. On the December 4, 2024, episode of ''The Project'', Taunton revealed that one of his early jobs was working on a Christmas tree farm, where he used an axe to chop down Christmas trees.

Career

Sam Taunton began his career in

stand-up comedy Stand-up comedy is a performance directed to a live audience, where the performer stands on a stage (theatre), stage and delivers humour, humorous and satire, satirical monologues sometimes incorporating physical comedy, physical acts. These ...

, performing across Australia and gaining recognition for his engaging storytelling and quick wit. In 2017, he was nominated for Best Newcomer at the

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, a significant milestone in his comedic career. Beyond live comedy, Taunton has appeared on Australian television shows, including ''Comedy Up Late'' on

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, and contributed to programming on

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and SBS. He has also been a regular guest on various Australian radio networks, such as

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, ABC Radio, and

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''The Project''

In 2023, Sam Taunton joined the panel of '' The Project'' as a co-host, appearing from Monday to Thursday alongside Sarah Harris and

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. Prior to his hosting role, he worked as a roving reporter for the program. On ''The Project'', Taunton brings a mix of humour and commentary to discussions about current events and popular culture.

References

External links

Sam Taunton at Token Artists

Sam Taunton's profile on Network 10
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