Dan Levy is a celebrated comedian and writer, whose unique journey in comedy began during his time at Emerson College in Boston. There, amid the challenging ambience of open mics and venues more meeting-ground than listening-space, Dan honed his craft. His standout talent was quickly recognized when, as a sophomore, he was selected to compete at the prestigious HBO US Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, CO, where he garnered the title of Funniest College Comedian.
Since those auspicious beginnings, Dan has carved out a notable presence in the comedy world. He has performed at the renowned Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival on several occasions and made his mark on television with appearances on Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend,” “Chelsea Lately,” “The Late Late Show,” and his own special, “Comedy Central Presents: Dan Levy.”
Dan's knack for blending humor and hosting saw him front several shows on MTV, including “Rock Band Battle,” “Your Face or Mine,” “The Reality Show,” and “MTV Spring Break”—short-lived projects that nonetheless contributed to his visibility in the comedic domain. His College Humor series, “The I Have To Go In A Minute Show with Super Host Dan Levy,” which aired in 2008, further solidified his reputation, leading to sold-out performances at clubs and colleges nationwide.
In the digital arena, Dan has forged a path with partnerships such as a development deal with Comedy Central to produce content for Atom.com. His creative talents extend beyond performance, as evidenced by the sale of his TV show “MY LDR” to MTV. The concept, originating from one of his stand-up routines, evolved into a popular web series for SONY’s crackle.com.
Expanding his repertoire, Dan has developed a sitcom for FOX titled “Party People,” a film for Disney called “Stoked the Band,” and is currently working on another TV series with SONY television. His role as executive producer of E!'s reality series “Pretty Wild” marks another diverse chapter in his career, one that he notes has its own intriguing backstory.
On the big screen, Dan's upcoming appearance in the Sony Screen Gems coming-of-age comedy “Mardi Gras” promises to reach new audiences, while past projects have seen him in films like “My Sexiest Year,” co-starring Frankie Muniz and Harvey Keitel. Despite being cut from “The House Bunny,” his contributions to film and television continue to resonate.
Based in Los Angeles, Dan Levy’s creative pursuits remain varied. Beyond writing more television shows, he harbors unique collections of sneakers and knives; an amusingly unconventional hobby he openly acknowledges. Through it all, Dan remains a dynamic force in comedy, continually evolving and embracing new challenges in entertainment.
Funniest College Comedian at HBO US Comedy Arts Festival