Michael King is a New Zealand mental health advocate, television personality, and former comedian.
King wearing the insignia of an ONZM in 2019, an award that he returned in 2021
King in 2019, after his investiture as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit by the governor-general, Patsy Reddy
The Billy T Award is a New Zealand comedy award recognising up-and-coming New Zealand comedians with outstanding potential. It has been presented annually since its inception in 1997 when Cal Wilson and Ewen Gilmour shared the award. The Billy T was shared between two comedians until 2001 when it became a solo award.
2001 and 2002 nominee Rhys Darby
2004 winner Ben Hurley