Charles Andrew Payne

Actor, Comedian, Writer and Motivational Speaker 'Charles Andrew Payne' (qv) started acting at a young age and has appeared in numerous television shows, films, commercials and theatre productions. As a professional comedian he has toured across Canada and the US, appearing at comedy clubs and comedy festivals as a featured headliner. Charles also speaks and presents at corporate events providing talks on varied business topics, perseverance and resiliency, weaving in comedy and storytelling styles. His writings have been featured in various publications and produced on the theatrical stage as well as television. Charles was the head writer and one of the stars for the Rosie nominated (Best Web Series 2017) Web Series: The Parent Council. In addition, Charles is one of the co-founders of Vancouver's The Fox & Hounds Theatre Company. He has appeared in most of their productions, as well as producing and directing several shows. His short film Choices that he is the writer and Co-Producer of is in pre-production and will go to the camera early in 2021. He has two children, Cael Payne and stepson Austin Reid. He has been married to Dalyce Reid-Payne since 2007.::cpayne