Sylvia M. Holloway a/k/a “Small Fire” formerly referred to as “Small Frie”(Small Fry), was born in Drew, Mississippi, and later relocated to Atlanta, GA at the age of 14. Shortly after attending college her fire for comedy was ignited. She gained national popularity with appearances on BET’s Comic View, HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, Bobby Jones Gospel, Vibe, The Wayans Brothers Show, It’s Showtime at the Apollo, Uptown Comedy Club, and appeared in The Disney Movie “First Kid” starring Sinbad. She is also the voice of “Lil’ D” on the Cartoon Network’s Class of 3000. She is currently on the hottest gospel concert on the circuit, The McDonald's Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour. In the midst of her successful career, Small Fire changed her moral approach to comedy and obtained the Freedom to Inspire and Redeem through Entertainment. She believes the comedy ministry is mostly received because it’s not forced. You’re laughing and before you know it you’re inspired and encouraged. With her down-home southern charm and her unmatched ability to deliver a “hot” punch line with universal appeal " Small Fire" continues to light up the comedy world. Small Fire is very active in developing communities through her motivational speaking at
various schools and conference speaking.