Josh Johnson is the comedy world's most prolific and versatile force, seamlessly blending sharp political satire with deeply personal storytelling. Born in Louisiana and raised in the comedy trenches of Chicago, this Emmy-nominated writer and Daily Show correspondent has become what WIRED called "the funniest guy on the internet." With nearly 4 million followers across social media platforms, Josh puts out an astounding 22 hours of fresh comedy content annually, making him Comedy Central's most-watched comedian ever with over 40 million views.
Currently serving as a correspondent on The Daily Show since February 2024, Josh previously honed his late-night chops as a writer and performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. His comedy specials "# (Hashtag)" on Comedy Central and "Up Here Killing Myself" on Peacock showcase his unique ability to transform personal struggles into universal truths. Whether dissecting contemporary culture through his weekly YouTube sets or touring sold-out theaters on his Flowers Tour, Josh Johnson represents the evolution of modern comedy - unfiltered, authentic, and impossibly funny.
New York's Funniest Comic at Caroline's during the New York Comedy Festival (2018)
Emmy nomination for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series - The Daily Show (2024)
NAACP Award Winner
Comedy Central's 'Comic to Watch' (2015)
Just for Laughs 'New Face' (2016)
Emmy-nominated writer and NAACP award-winner who became The Daily Show's correspondent in February 2024
Comedy Central's most-watched comedian ever with over 40 million views across their platforms
Produces an incredible 22 hours of fresh comedy content annually, earning him the title of 'the funniest guy on the internet' by WIRED
Named New York's Funniest Comic at Caroline's during the prestigious New York Comedy Festival in 2018
Has nearly 4 million followers across social media platforms and tours extensively with sold-out shows nationwide
Writer and former performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he made his late-night television debut in 2017