John Mulaney – 39 Years
Known for his surreal humor, John Mulaney is an acclaimed comedian who has been a mainstay in the laugh industry for over a decade. The star started his career as an office assistant at ‘Comedy Central’ in 2004 and has since then scaled the heights to become among the most popular entertainers in the business.
While making people laugh is his main forte, Mulaney is a man of many talents who has tried his hand in acting and voice acting, thriving in both fields massively. Considering his age, the actor still has a lot to offer, and if the rumor mill is to be believed, we can expect some hilarious masterpieces from him.
Ali Wong – 39 Years
Anyone who has been following the comedy scene in Hollywood knows who Ali Wong is. The actress has made a name for herself in the film industry, with her performance on ‘Always Be My Maybe’ winning her rave reviews from fans and critics alike.
Wong’s professionalism and, most of all, her incredible sense of humor have enabled the comedian to star in some of the most successful productions of the decade, including ‘American Housewife’ and ‘Big Mouth.’ With that many achievements, it’s no wonder the writer is considered among the most influential celebrities of her time, and we bet she isn’t stopping anytime soon.
Patti Harrison – 30 Years
Patti Harrison is a rising star in the comedy and film sphere, and if her performance on the famous series ‘Shrill’ is anything to go by, soon she will be among the highest earners in the business. The lass is slowly making moves in showbiz with her comedic talent and has starred in several blockbusters, including ‘Together Together.’
Considering that she’s still in her thirties, Harrison can be among the greatest stars in the world, and by the looks of things, her incredible work ethic will get her to the top. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for the actress, and we’ll be here for all her achievements.
Dewayne Perkins – 31 Years
Becoming successful in showbiz requires a lot of hard work and determination, and no one embodies this like Dewayne Perkins. The comedian has his hands in several aspects of Hollywood, from acting to writing, but it’s his scripts that have enabled him to reach the top.
The star has created content for several acclaimed shows like ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine,’ ‘Saved By the Bell’ and ‘The Amber Ruffin Show,’ all of which are incredibly successful. Safe to say that Perkins is steadily becoming a mainstay in the laugh industry, and with his impeccable acting skills on ‘The Upshaws,’ the sky is the limit.
Marcella Arguello – 36 Years
When Marcella Arguello made the Michael Jackson impressions during her school years, we doubt she knew she would grow to become among the most sought-after comedians in the business. Yet, it seems the decision to pursue a career in comedy instead of going to be an elementary school teacher as she’d first wanted is paying off massive dividends.
Known for her signature hair, Marcella often jokes about her incredible height, and her sense of humor is unmatched. The actress has an impressive portfolio, opening for acclaimed performers like Hannibal Burress and Jessimae Peluso, among others. It wouldn’t be surprising if the artist has a sold-out show; her talent is undeniable.
Aparna Nancherla – 39 Years
Since making her Hollywood debut in 2006, Aparna Nancherla has been a mainstay in the comedy and film business, with everything she touches turning into a hilarious masterpiece. The writer has penned several award-winning shows, including ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers’, as well as delivering a thrilling performance on ‘Inside Amy Schumer.’
From acting to writing, Aparna is a talented lass whose sense of humor has also seen her blessing her fans with countless laughter-filled standup shows. The ‘Space Force’ star still has a lot to offer and considering her age, we bet we’ll see more movies and television shows from her.
David Gborie – 34 Years
David Gborie is an acclaimed comedian who rose to fame after being given the role of ‘the voice of Comedy Central’ in 2019, a position he massively thrived in. Since then, the star’s work has come to the fore, and he has written several hit shows, including ‘How To Be Broke’, among others.
When he isn’t writing, David is on set filming, with his performances on ‘Sixteen Thousand Dollars,’ ‘The Lot’ and ‘Total Badass Wrestling’ winning him rave reviews. With his immense skill, it isn’t surprising that the actor has an already enviable portfolio, and it’s just a matter of time before he brings some awards home.
Beth Stelling – 35 Years
Even at a young age, Beth Stelling showed great promise for becoming a successful standup comic someday. In 2003, she won a Humorous Interpretation championship while still in high school. Not many people have a knack for good comedy, but the Ohio-native is a natural at it.
So, Beth went ahead and studied theater in college, which proved helpful in her acts. The funny woman is widely recognized today for performing in ‘The Standups,’ a ‘Netflix’ comedy series. Of course, that opportunity opened up for Stelling due to the success of her two albums, ‘Sweet Beth’ and ‘Simply the Beth.’
Phoebe Robinson – 37 Years
In a world where the news and pop culture as a whole is filled with images of bad bosses, Phoebe Robinson is likely contemplating what makes a good superior. Of course, that’s because in just a few years, Robinson has evolved from standup performer into owner of a production company with a multitude of projects.
The comedienne has undoubtedly come a long way from being a staff writer for ‘MTV’s Girl Code.’ Well, upwards is always the natural course for talented people like her, which is why today the host of ‘2 Dope Queens’ is her own boss, as well as a ‘New York Times’ best-selling writer.
Bo Burnham – 31 Years
For Bo Burnham, sharing his comedy works on the internet was one of the best decisions he ever made. It became his stepping stone as his posts garnered so many views that ‘Comedy Central Records’ took notice of Burnham’s talent and signed him up for a record deal. His debut EP, ‘Bo fo Sho,’ was shortly followed by a self-titled full-length album.
The follow-up to the record deal was an appearance of the 18-year-old performer at ‘Comedy Central,’ making him the youngest to have a half-hour show on the channel. The comedy breakout star then delved into filmmaking by writing and directing the award-winning feature movie ‘Eighth Grade.’
Jesus Trejo – 33 Years
Some people might be curious why an organization like the ‘American Association of Retired Persons’ produced a documentary called ‘Care to Laugh’ that features standup comic Jesus Trejo. Needless to say, they aren’t expecting a young comedian to have anything to do with an organization that supports older citizens.
As it happens, while the Long Beach native is chasing his dreams of becoming a famous comedian, he’s also taking care of his elderly parents, who both have medical conditions. Because Trejo couldn’t afford to hire a caregiver at the time of their diagnoses, he became one for his parents, so we think he truly deserves all the success and attention right now.
Ian Karmel – 37 Years
For aspiring standup comics, one way to get noticed by important people is to move to Los Angeles, home to Hollywood. That’s what Ian Karmel did, even if he was already an accomplished comedy star in the Portland area. With a natural talent like his, Karmel immediately got noticed, leading to his late night debut on ‘Conan’ in 2014 and inclusion in the second season of ‘Adam DeVine’s House Party’ on ‘Comedy Central.’
After that, more opportunities came his way, like releasing his own album ‘9.2.’ Aside from his natural gift of humor, Ian received some training from the improv company ‘The Groundlings’ and ‘Upright Citizens Brigade.’
Hasan Minhaj – 36 Years
Hasan Minhaj’s comic journey was rough, because if he failed to succeed within five years, he would have to be enrolled in law school by his father. Even though he managed to do quite a few shows by the end of his deadline, they weren’t enough to convince his dad he had a future in comedy.
However, Hassan didn’t give up; instead, he worked harder, and the comedian’s persistence finally bore fruits when Hassan gained worldwide recognition with his comedy special ‘Homecoming King,’ which even won him the 2018 Peabody Award. Hassan then went on to work for ‘The Daily Show With Jon Stewart,’ and later hosted ‘The Morning Show.’
Ilana Glazer & Abbi Jacobson – 34 Years & 37 Years
When Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson met at ‘Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre’ in 2006, they instantly connected as creatives with a passion for making it in the comedy industry. Ilana and Abbi believed in their dream of being successful comedians, even though they didn’t have much experience yet.
The pair’s journey was full of disappointments; one low moment was when no one showed up for their basement show except for their parents. Nevertheless, Ilana and Abbi’s passion kept burning. After a while, the two created the web series ‘Broad City,’ which became a success and won them a CNY Award nomination for Best Web Series. We hope that the talented duo continues to rise in success!
Jerrod Carmichael – 34 Years
When comedian Billy Cosby was busy entertaining people, he never knew how much of an inspiration he was to Jerrod Carmichael, who desired to be a standup comedian. Eventually, Jerrod moved to Los Angeles to pursue his dream, where his first gig at ‘The Comedy Store’ in West Hollywood led to more opportunities.
The comedian’s career finally took off when he appeared in the film ‘Neighbors,’ and we admire how Jerrod took the step and made his dream a reality! Fans have also enjoyed watching ‘The Carmichael Show,’ which aired from 2015 to 2017. After the show, Jerrod participated in a ‘Home Videos’ special for ‘HBO.’
Whitmer Thomas – 32 Years
Sometimes the most painful moments lead to the most remarkable victories. This is true for Whitmer Thomas, whose comedy special ‘The Golden One’ was inspired by his challenging childhood.
Whitmer moved to Los Angeles at the age of 18 to turn his comic dream into reality, but unfortunately, his mother passed on before witnessing Whitmer’s success. Naturally, it was a tragic moment for him, but Whitmer relentlessly pursued his goal, and today we celebrate his success and ability to turn painful experiences into both inspiring and entertaining comedy. In 2014, Whitmer took part as a voice actor in the animated comedy ‘Stone Quackers,’ which earned him wide recognition.
Sam Jay – 39 Years
Most of us have watched the ‘Jimmy Kimmel’ show, and many have seen Sam Jay perform a live stand-up comedy making everyone crack up.
This comedienne has mastered her craft, which she has been polishing for almost a decade. Sam’s ability to make people laugh has gained her millions of fans, who are always up for a good chuckle anytime the star performs.
The Emmy Award nominee released a stand-up album which aired in 2020. Even though Sam is a comic, she prefers smaller audiences over big ones to create a more personal atmosphere. It’s interesting to think that, if she had never dropped out of college to venture into comedy, we probably wouldn’t have met the funny Sam.
Mike Drucker – 37 Years
If you enjoy watching ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,’ you have Mike Drucker to thank. The stand-up comedian is one of the writers and producers on the show, and that’s probably why it’s one of the funniest experiences on air.
In 2020 after over a decade in the scene, the industry noticed Mike’s work, and he was awarded the WGA award for best comedy and variety. This sounds like the beginning of the man’s recognition, and we can’t help but feel proud of him. Aside from TV, Mike is currently co-hosting a podcast titled ‘How to be a Person’ with his former roommate Jess Dweck.
Demi Adejuyigbe – 29 Years
Demi might be one of the youngest people on this list, but the man has already made a name for himself in the comedy circuit. His most notable work is ‘The Gilmore Guys,’ where he was co-hosting the podcast. In addition, Demi is a prolific writer, and he is currently working with the team on ‘The Late Late Show With James Corden.’
Demi’s rise to fame began when he started posting videos under the name ‘Electrolemon,’ where he gained immense fame in a short amount of time. His comedy music clips on Twitter and YouTube increased his popularity and going by his trajectory, we are yet to see the best of him.
Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang – 31 Years Both
Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang might sound like old friends who have known each other since their childhood, but that’s far from the reality. The immaculate podcast hosts claim it took time before they warmed up to each other, and maybe that’s why their chemistry is super seamless.
The duo host the famous ‘Las Culturistas’ podcast, which has an immense following. Their journey began in NYU, where they rarely interacted, though they lived on the same floor of their freshman dorm. It wasn’t until 2010 that these two connected after they realized they knew the lyrics of Nicki Minaj’s ‘Super Bass.’ Who says music can’t bring people together?
Nicole Byer – 35 Years
Nicole Byer is an accomplished comedian mostly known for her work in ‘Girl Code.’ The lady has further risen to prominence after hosting the bake-off series ‘Nailed it.’ For her work, Nicole has been nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award twice. We feel it’s only a matter of time before the award finally lands on her lap.
Nicole might be in her mid-thirties, but her resume is so beefed up that you might think she is well into her retirement years. The amazing lady has credits on shows such as ’30 Rock, The Simpsons, Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and even ‘Family Guy.’
Emmy Blotnick- Approximately 20- 30 Years
After several performances on ‘The Late Show,’ which Emmy Blotnick also scripts for, this New-York based entertainer finally got the recognition that she always wanted from ‘Just For Laughs’, which gave her a nod as one of ‘Comedy Central’s’ comics to watch out for. That was back in 2016, and this beauty has not disappointed.
Blotnick has been featured on ‘TBS’s Conan’ and even had her own thirty-minute stand-up special performance on Comedy Central, which we have to admit is impressive for someone who hasn’t been in the game for long. Blotnick’s debut album, ‘Party Nights, ‘ is now available for streaming, and we can tell you this for sure, it will be worth every minute of your time.
Ron Funches- 38 Years
Ron Funches began his comedy career at 23, with stand-up performances in clubs in Portland, which later had scored him gigs on ‘@midnight‘ and ‘Chelsea Lately’ as a regular panelist. With such huge platforms, Funches amassed a massive fan-base that seemed insatiable with the humorist’s talent, prompting the producers of ‘Comedy Central’ to hire him as a writer for their series, ‘The Half Hour’.
In addition to cracking up a crowd, Ron also doubles as an actor. While he considers himself versatile enough to play any role that he is entrusted with, this star only portrays onscreen characters that have a comedic element to them. This way, his fans can always expect consistency with Ron’s brand.
Jaboukie Young-White- 27 Years
Despite being a finalist in ‘NYC’s Devil Cup Stand Up Festival’ Jaboukie Young-White did not gain prominence until several of his memes and tweets went viral in 2016. Within just a few weeks, Young-White’s followers across all his social media platforms had shot up from 10K to 400K, and the following year, he was featured in ‘Rolling Stone’s 25 Under 25’.
The comedian has since performed twice on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.’, written for Netflix, and starred in ‘C’mon C’mon.’ It Seems like fate was just waiting for the right time to open Young-White’s doors, and now, he’s unstoppable!
Matt Ingebretson & Jake Weisman- Both In 30s
Most of us know Matt Ingebretson and Jake Weisman as the geniuses behind the creation of Comedy Central’s hit show, ‘Corporate.’ Even so, it’s taken these two more than a decade of doing open mics, writing scripts without being paid for it, and starring in low-budget films that never saw the light of day before they could ever have their own show.
Ingebretson and Weisman had always dreamt about producing and starring in their own show but gave themselves 15 years to actualize that dream. It turns out that with their kind of talent, this duo needed way less time to make their vision come alive.
Joe Pera & Conner O’Malley- 33 & 34 Years
Conner O’Malley began uploading short comedy skits on the now obsolete ‘Vine,’ through which most of his videos went viral, which had him hired as a writer for ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers.’ O’Malley got another chance to write for Joe opera through a friend’s recommendation, and shortly after, the two comedians began performing together.
The duo runs a YouTube Channel together, which boasts of over 4 million followers and has even gotten recognition at the ’66th Primetime Emmy Awards.’ According to these two, getting a chance to work together and bring out the best in each other is one of the best things that has ever happened to them.
Jo Firestone – 34 Years
Among the popular faces who make Americans giggle is the stunning Jo Firestone. Within a few years of her career, the talented lady made a name for herself by presenting weird and wild comedy shows in New York. She first won our hearts with her comic gigs by performing on ‘Comedy Central.’
Besides being a jester, Jo has established herself as an actress, appearing in various television series including ‘High Maintenance,’ ‘Search Party,’ and ‘Shrill.’ Obviously, she never wished to keep her comic skills to herself. So, the comedienne passed along her learnings to a batch of 16 senior citizens online. We think that’s a fantastic way to spread joy among people!
Dulce Sloan – 38 Years
Those who have watched the action-comedy ‘Chick Fight’ are perhaps acquainted with Dulce Sloan’s creative genius. The comedienne beautifully portrayed the humorous police officer, Charleen, in the movie. Still, most of us know the funny woman for her stand-up comedy performances, thanks to her friends at the ‘Funny Farm Comedy Club’ who motivated her into this field.
We can bet many didn’t know that Dulce is the voice of the Honeybee in the animated series ‘The Great North,’ or that one of her most significant achievements is winning the 2016 Big Sky Comedy Festival. This win even earned the lady an appearance on the hit television show ‘Comedy Knockout.’
Julio Torres – 34 Years
The world seems different and beautiful when we see it through the eyes of Julio Torres! The comedian undeniably has our hearts for penning the amazing episodes of ‘Saturday Night Live.’ Not many people can fulfill their childhood ambitions, but Julio never compromised with his dream of pursuing a career in comedy writing.
Fans of the ‘HBO’ television series ‘Los Espookys’ are perhaps no strangers to the humorist’s acting skills. But his on-screen brilliance is equally noticeable in ‘Together Together,’ ‘Bob’s Burgers,’ and ‘Shrill.’ Multitalented as he is, we’re also looking forward to reading Julio’s first children’s book, ‘I Want to Be a Vase.’
Megan Gailey – 35 Years
For fans of stand-up comedy across the globe, Megan Gailey’s performances are indeed a great delight. The humorist rose to prominence with her debut comic album ‘My Dad Paid for This.’ Since then, she has appeared in several famous late-night talk shows, including ‘Conan,’ ‘Lights Out with David Spade,’ and ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.’
Besides being an exceptional comedienne, Megan has also starred in several television series and films. We can barely forget her outstanding performances in ‘Ladylike’ and ‘Straight Up, Stand Up.’ The 35-year-old beauty currently lives in Los Angeles with her comedian husband C. J. Toledano.
Ramy Youssef – 30 Years
Another multifaceted celebrity comedian on our list is Ramy Youssef, whom ‘Hulu’ viewers know best for his outstanding comedy series ‘Ramy.’ Besides earning rave reviews, the comedy-drama has also won him the prestigious Golden Globe Award for Best Actor and the Peabody Award in 2020.
Ramy’s exceptional acting talent came to the limelight after his debut in the sitcom ‘See Dad Run.’ We also loved his stand-up performances on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.’ Laughter is the best medicine, and this funny man has mastered the art of healing people with his comic skills. We’re already excited for Ramy’s film ‘Poor Things’ to hit the big screen.
Rhea Butcher – 39 Years
People enjoy the humor associated with everyday situations and that’s precisely the content of Rhea Butcher’s jokes. The proficient humorist gets us into fits of laughter with their observational comedy about vegetarianism, personal experiences, and baseball among others. Of course, they have Ellen DeGeneres and Maria Bamford to thank for being such big inspirations.
Rhea’s career in comedy took off after a few improv performances in Chicago. They were then invited to perform in several elite clubs across the U.S., after which the comedian finally made their wide debut on the talk show ‘Conan.’ We ardently hope Rhea continues entertaining fans with more sensational feats.
Michelle Wolf - 36 Years
The award-winning artist Michelle Wolf has become one of the highly respected and influential voices in the comedy business. She is an American comedian, writer, producer, and TV host known for her comedy series ’The break with Michelle Wolf,’ where she unapologetically pokes at issues with a smooth blend of comedy.
Wolf has written, contributed, and served as a producer for comedy shows which include ’The Daily Show with Trevor Noah’ and ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers.’ The talented comedian has also made appearances in comedy festivals around the globe, establishing herself as a prominent figure in showbiz, garnering numerous accolades, and showing no signs of slowing down.
Jacqueline Novak - 39 Years
The one-woman comedy stand-up show ’Get on Your Knees’ hosted by Jacqueline Novak has been recognized by New York Times and made the list for Best Comedy and Best Theatre of 2019. It also earned Jacqueline an Outstanding Solo performance nomination which skyrocketed her to international stardom.
The American comedian, writer, and actor began doing stand-up after graduation from college and has made multiple appearances in multiple comedy shows and TV series. Jacqueline’s acts have been described as being brilliant, a masterpiece, and downright hilarious - making her a comedy powerhouse with a fantastic career that has only begun.
Emily Heller – 36 Years
Many people know the famous ‘Barry’ series, but they may not know the crew behind the show, and for its brilliant storyline, we have Emily Heller to thank. Since its conception, the writer has been on the serial, and her talents don’t end there; she has penned down other shows too, like ‘Crowded,’ ‘Medical Police,’ and ‘People of Earth.’
Apart from writing, Heller is also a successful standup comedian with several specials under her belt and has also tried her hand in acting, where she’s equally thriving. When the actress is not coming up with scripts or reciting one, she co-hosts a podcast called ‘Baby Geniuses.’
Jamie Loftus – 28 Years
If you’re a fan of sketch comedy, then the adult animated television series ‘Robot Chicken’ is perhaps not unknown to you. Jamie Loftus was among the backbones of the show, for which she earned an Emmy nomination in 2020. Best-known for her one-woman show ‘Boss, Who is Girl,’ this talented lady has written the video content for popular media sites including ‘Super Deluxe’ and ‘Comedy Central.’
Jamie’s devotion to arts is such that she has never hesitated to showcase her multiple skills. From writing news articles during her college days to being a podcast producer, animator, and stand-up comedienne, she performs every job with equal enthusiasm. We greatly adore Jamie’s versatility!
Sam Morril – 35 Years
After appearing on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, Sam Morril has been making airwaves in the comic industry. In 2016, Morril also appeared in the 11th season of ‘America’s Got Talent.’ Since then, the talent has been a regular at Comedy Central’s ‘This Week at the Comedy Cellar.’
For those interested in catching a glimpse of the seasoned veteran, fear not as he is constantly touring in various cities across the nation. You never know; he might show up at your local comedy club and make your day. So far, Sam is showing promise and has even been named as a comic to watch.
John Early - 33 Years
Since his move to New York to study acting, John Early has had an impressive and busy career in the comedy and entertainment industry. The star has established himself as a household name for being funny and captivating, with recognitions such as Ten Best Comedians of 2015 and Top Ten Downtown Cabaret performers in New York under his belt.
Early hosts several stand-up shows at renowned places like Cake Shop, Ars Nova, and Bell House while making appearances in many television shows, including an episode on ‘The Characters’, which he wrote, starred in, and produced. John continues to evolve as a performer, giving his audiences something new to look forward to.
Hannibal Buress – 38 Years
From acting to writing and singing, what can’t Hannibal Buress do? The acclaimed standup comedian has an impressive Hollywood portfolio that can make any budding performer jealous, with countless film and television show credits to his name, including ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming,’ ‘Tag,’ and ‘Baywatch.’
Apart from his acting prowess, Hannibal has released six comedy albums so far, which have been massively successful. The star has also tried his hand in music, with his hit single ‘Judge Judy,’ winning him critical acclaim. Whether the writer will release a music album remains to be seen, but whatever the case, the world knows what he can do.
Joe Mande – 38 Years
If you have watched the critically acclaimed comedy series ‘The Good Place,’ you might wonder who the brains behind it are. Well, one of the writers is the celebrated comedian Joe Mande who also produced the show, and judging by its success, the lad did a fantastic job.
His work in film and comedy has enabled Mande to earn the big bucks and has accumulated a massive $15 million fortune, and it’s no wonder he leads a lavish life. The comedian doesn’t seem to be slowing down; we bet he has several shows in the books lined up, and we cannot wait to see his next production.