Nashville Best Of 2026 · Best Comedian
Tim Palmer
Clean, Self Deprecating, and relentlessly relatable. The Franklin, TN native has spent twelve years performing all over the country. After making his name as one of the top corporate comedians, Tim has broken through as a top up and coming comedians in the entire country. Although Tim travels the country, he is still a proud Nashvillian.
The Verdict
Why Palmer Earns the Title
Nashville has produced plenty of stars, including names like Nate Bartgatze and Dusty Slaw, but this year, we went with someone new who is an up-and-coming star.
Nashville native Tim Palmer didn’t just grow up in the South—he mastered the fine art of speaking “Sophisticated Southern.” It’s a dialect where charm is currency, stories get better with every telling, and you can say just about anything to anybody, if you follow it with a sweet and smiling, “Bless your heart.”
Tim spent ten years developing his craft before finally being named as Legendary Events top corporate comedian. He earned the honor by customizing his material for each event instead of using the same routine at all places. Corporate planners appreciated it and his career took off.
#1
Corporate Comedian
12 Years
Paid Stage Performances
900+
Appearances
Clean
Hilarious without vulgarity
Tim's Comedy Videos
Where to Start
New to Tim? Queue up these videos first. They’re safe for the whole family.
Night at the Museum
A great example of how he customizes the material to fit the audience who he is performing to.
Trick or Treating
Tim can make a unique joke about something we have all experienced but have never put into words.
Flirting
Tim's comedy is relatable. We have all experienced the every day moments he discusses.
The Story
Bless Your Heart
Nashville native Tim Palmer didn’t just grow up in the South—he mastered the fine art of speaking “Sophisticated Southern.” It’s a dialect where charm is currency, stories get better with every telling, and you can say just about anything to anybody, if you follow it with a sweet and smiling, “Bless your heart.”
Tim uses the phrase, "Bless your heart" to make fun of himself, and others in a southern and friendly way. Before you know it, he will have you looking at work, relationships, and everyday life in a way that will have you using the phrase!
“Tim did a great job relating to an auditorium full of nurses at our national conference. We couldn't have asked for a better way to end the event" AAOHN
How to Book Tim
Book Tim Palmer for an Event
Although he travels the country, it is easier to book Tim in Nashville than anywhere else.
Book Tim Palmer
Go to Tim's website for booking inquires.
Keynote Speaking
Tim is also a corporate keynote speaker.
Find Out More
Read more about comedian Tim Palmer.
Laugh Along with Nashville’s Own
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