Brian Holtzman is comedy's most unpredictable force of nature, a maniacal genius who transforms every stage into his personal psychological battlefield. This Los Angeles legend has been terrorizing audiences with his off-the-wall, stream-of-consciousness style since the late 1980s, when he first cut his teeth in the Bay Area comedy scene. Known for his explosive energy and fearless approach to taboo subjects, Holtzman is the comedian other comedians whisper about in reverent, slightly terrified tones. A paid regular at The Comedy Store and frequent performer at Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership in Austin, he's the wild card who can either destroy a room or leave audiences questioning their sanity. His YouTube specials #CANCELHOLTZMAN and #CANCELHOLTZMAN2 have become cult classics, showcasing his ability to turn personal demons into comedic gold. Featured in Showtime's The Comedy Store documentary and a recurring chaos agent on Kill Tony, Holtzman represents pure, unfiltered comedy id. He's not just performing stand-up; he's conducting a social experiment where the punchline might be your own discomfort. In a world of calculated comedy, Brian Holtzman remains beautifully, dangerously unhinged.
Featured in Showtime's Emmy-nominated documentary 'The Comedy Store'
Guest star role on NAACP Image Award-winning series 'My Wife and Kids'
Started his comedy career in the Bay Area in 1988 before conquering the Los Angeles scene
Paid regular at The Comedy Store and frequent performer at Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership
Released two YouTube comedy specials: #CANCELHOLTZMAN (2023) and #CANCELHOLTZMAN2 (2024)
Featured in the acclaimed Showtime documentary 'The Comedy Store' (2020)
Guest starred on 'My Wife and Kids' in the early 2000s
Regular guest on Kill Tony podcast, known for his unpredictable and explosive sets
His 'walkout videos' on Instagram have achieved cult status among comedy fans