Sinbad's Comeback: A Triumphant Return to Stand-Up

0:00It's April 30th, you're listening to Entertainment and celebrity news today, AI-powered entertainment coverage. Simbat is making his comeback to the stand-up stage after nearly five years sidelined by a stroke back in 2020. The 69-year-old comedian, real name David Atkins, has been using a wheelchair since then and has a performed live at all. He's kicking things off with shows at the Ice House comedy club, one already hitting the stage this week and another set for May 10th. He's bringing family into the mix for the first time, sharing the mic with his daughter, comedian Paige Bryan, and his longtime opener, Chase Anthony. Simbat called it the start of his return, thanking fans for their prayers that got him here. In a video clip, he sounded pumped, saying he's missed the stage big time. Fans know Simbat from classics like Jingle, all the way in 1996, in houseguests the year before, plus his role as coach Walter Oaks on A. Different World Paige shared how special this is, noting most comedy clubs aren't accessible, so her

1:02dad could only catch her act twice. It's been tough without her biggest supporter in the crowd. The post blew up with love from celebs like Rosie O'Donnell, who shouted out their star search days from the 80s, Steve Harvey doving him a. Living legend, and said you're the entertainer, just dropping straight love. Even baseball grade Darryl Strawberry sent prayers for healing and strength. His homecoming feels like a full circle win, proving resilience hits harder than any setback. Simbat's proving that on stage right now?