Bobby Lee, born to Korean American parents, grew up in the San Diego area where his family owned a clothing store. From a young age, his parents hoped he would join the family business, but Bobby had a different path in mind—one marked by his search for fun and his struggles with substance abuse. In his early teens, Bobby began experimenting with marijuana and meth, which led to multiple stints in rehab. By the age of 17, he managed to overcome his meth addiction, a turning point that set him on a new course. After a brief attempt at higher education at Palomar College, Bobby struck out on his own, taking on various restaurant jobs to support himself. His life took a pivotal turn when a coffee shop he worked for closed. He casually drifted into the adjacent business, the Comedy Store in La Jolla, which soon became a significant part of his life. Fascinated by the world of stand-up, Bobby began performing at open mic nights. This led to opportunities to open for renowned comedians like Pauly Shore and Carlos Mencia and eventually perform at the prestigious Comedy Store in Hollywood. Despite finding early success, Bobby faced skepticism and disapproval from his family regarding his unconventional career choice. He often recounts on Joe Rogan's podcast how his family barely communicated with him during these years. However, his career-defining appearance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno marked a change. That moment of national recognition prompted a heartfelt call from his father, who offered an apology and newfound support. Bobby achieved widespread fame through his work on Fox’s "MADtv," where his memorable sketches and impressions, including those of Connie Chung and Kim Jong-il, captivated audiences. He even shared a sketch with his family on the show, marking a significant personal and professional moment. Nonetheless, following his tenure on "MADtv," Bobby initially struggled to find consistent acting work again, a challenge that led him to rediscover stand-up comedy's grounding influence. Though he once resisted the idea of life on the road that many headlining comedians embraced, viewing it as a grind, Bobby came to value the stability and authenticity that stand-up brought to his life, providing a counterbalance to the capricious nature of television and film. Beyond comedy, Bobby has found companionship and creative collaboration with Khalyla Kuhn, whom he met on the dating app Tinder. The two are married and co-host the popular podcast TigerBelly, where they delve into a wide range of topics, often drawing from Bobby’s life experiences with humor and candor. Through resilience and determination, Bobby Lee has not only carved out a successful career in comedy but also become a beloved figure in the entertainment world, known for his raw, honest, and uniquely hilarious perspective.