Todd Glass
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Born Name:
Todd Steven Glass
Born Date: December 16, 1964
Born Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Occupations: Comedian, podcast host, actor
Brief Biography: Todd Glass is known for his high-energy, observational, and often surreal comedy style. A veteran of the comedy scene, Glass has been performing since he was a teenager in Philadelphia, developing a reputation as a "comedian's comedian".
Early Life and Career:
Start: He began performing stand-up in 1982 at age 16, while attending Conestoga High School.
Early Success: By 18, he was opening for major music acts like Patti LaBelle and Aretha Franklin.
Television Breakthrough: He appeared on A&E's An Evening at the Improv in the late 1980s and was a standout on Last Comic Standing seasons 2 and 3.
Comedy Style and Achievements:
Glass is noted for a "freewheeling" style that mixes observational humor, self-deprecation, and sharp, often improvised crowd work.
Specials: He has released acclaimed specials, including a Comedy Central Presents special (2001) and Act Happy (Netflix).
"The Event of a Lifetime": As of 2026, he has been performing a new live show titled "Todd Glass: The Event of a Lifetime," which features a live band, jazz, and a focus on ambiance.
Accolades: The late Norm Macdonald referred to him as "the comedian's comedian's comedian".
Podcasting and Media:
The Todd Glass Show: Launched in 2011 on the Nerdist network, the podcast features guests, music, and improvised comedy bits.
Other Media: He has made numerous appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Conan, and in the documentary Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution.
Recent Activity (2025-2026):
Digital Presence: Glass has seen significant audience growth through short-form content on TikTok and Instagram.
Live Shows: He continues to tour and recently completed a residency at The Second City in Brooklyn for the New York Comedy Fest.
Born Date: December 16, 1964
Born Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Died Date:
Died Place:
Occupations: Comedian, podcast host, actor
Brief Biography: Todd Glass is known for his high-energy, observational, and often surreal comedy style. A veteran of the comedy scene, Glass has been performing since he was a teenager in Philadelphia, developing a reputation as a "comedian's comedian".
Early Life and Career:
Start: He began performing stand-up in 1982 at age 16, while attending Conestoga High School.
Early Success: By 18, he was opening for major music acts like Patti LaBelle and Aretha Franklin.
Television Breakthrough: He appeared on A&E's An Evening at the Improv in the late 1980s and was a standout on Last Comic Standing seasons 2 and 3.
Comedy Style and Achievements:
Glass is noted for a "freewheeling" style that mixes observational humor, self-deprecation, and sharp, often improvised crowd work.
Specials: He has released acclaimed specials, including a Comedy Central Presents special (2001) and Act Happy (Netflix).
"The Event of a Lifetime": As of 2026, he has been performing a new live show titled "Todd Glass: The Event of a Lifetime," which features a live band, jazz, and a focus on ambiance.
Accolades: The late Norm Macdonald referred to him as "the comedian's comedian's comedian".
Podcasting and Media:
The Todd Glass Show: Launched in 2011 on the Nerdist network, the podcast features guests, music, and improvised comedy bits.
Other Media: He has made numerous appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Conan, and in the documentary Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution.
Recent Activity (2025-2026):
Digital Presence: Glass has seen significant audience growth through short-form content on TikTok and Instagram.
Live Shows: He continues to tour and recently completed a residency at The Second City in Brooklyn for the New York Comedy Fest.