British Trump Impersonator Plans Retirement After President’s Second Term
Mike Osman, a Southampton-based comedian, reports a surge in demand for his act following Trump’s re-election and plans to retire after a record-breaking year.
- Mike Osman, a 65-year-old comedian from Southampton, has seen a 30-40% increase in bookings for his Trump impersonation act since the president’s re-election.
- Osman credits the surge in demand to Trump’s victory, which he believes has provided him with financial stability for retirement after four more years of work.
- He plans to go on tour as 'Donald Trumped' in the autumn, with growing interest in personalized video messages and potential US gigs under consideration.
- Osman has updated his look to match Trump’s recent hairstyle change, restyling his wig to replicate the president’s new quiff and maintaining a detailed makeup routine for authenticity.
- While embracing the mannerisms and appearance of Trump for his act, Osman emphasizes maintaining his personal identity outside of performances.
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