Sam Taunton

Sam Taunton is an Australian comedian and television presenter who is best known as a co-host of The Project, a news and current affairs program on Network 10.

Early life and education 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 Taunton began his career in stand-up comedy, performing across Australia and gaining recognition for his engaging storytelling and quick wit. In 2017, he was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, a significant milestone in his comedic career.

Beyond live comedy, Taunton has appeared on Australian television shows, including Comedy Up Late on ABC2, and contributed to programming on MTV and SBS. He has also been a regular guest on various Australian radio networks, such as Triple M, ABC Radio, and Triple J.