Big Daddy Tazz

Meet Big Daddy Tazz. Tazz is a father and a comedian from Winnipeg who believes that the best way to deal with mental illness is to put on a positive face.  For the last seven years he has run a comedy benefit for the Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba, which has grown to include over 1,200 guests. Tazz enjoys making people laugh, and loves working with children.  On stage, “Big Daddy Tazz, The Bipolar Buddha” shows his willingness to identify and embrace his illness, bipolar disorder. With loving support from his son, Tazz uses comedy and laughter to combat the stigma associated with mental illnesses. Tazz’s ability to share his experiences with candor and just the right amount of humour provides insight for people on the impact bipolar disorder can have on individuals and their families. Big Daddy Tazz shares his story through comedy to make a difference for people living with mental illness. As Tazz says, “It’s time to give stigma a bad name.” Recovery is Possible.