A List of the Best Comedians of 2022

Check Out This List of the Top 6 U.S. comedians of 2022

See below for a list of the top 6 stand-up comedians of 2022—taken from the site Ranker, which compiles lists and polls on various subjects, including true crime, pop culture, and “weird history.” Several of the iconic stand-ups on this list are some of the most revered comedians of all time—singular yet diverse in their comedic personas. With tones ranging from trenchant yet insightful social commentary to the deadpan “mostly stories” style, these comedians have well earned their spot among the best comedians of 2022.

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Gone But Not Forgotten: Comedians Who Died in 2022

2022 saw the passing of several revered comedians known to millennials, Gen Z, and baby boomers alike. For many of us, these comedians will forever reside in our hearts, thanks to having graced our childhoods. They appeared in beloved shows and movies that we grow more nostalgic about the older we get. Without further ado, let’s give these comedians who died in 2022 their due.

Comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried is known for several things. He’s remembered for an ill-timed 9/11 joke that he skillfully turned around by telling the infamous “The Aristocrats” joke (the subject of a documentary released in 2005)—a joke which famously features the same non-sequitur punchline but is preceded by a new—and often mind-blowingly vulgar—setup. Gottfried is also beloved for his screechy voice, delivered with pitch-perfect intensity in the original Aladdin animated films. He had a storied career as a stand-up comedian spanning over five decades and is dearly missed.

Another comedian and actor who died in 2022 was “Dirty Daddy” Bob Saget. Saget was often known for his portrayal of Danny Tanner, one of the cast members of Full House, as well as hosting America’s Funniest Home Videos for eight seasons. However, Saget well earned his moniker “Dirty Daddy” with his raunchy stand-up act.  And who can forget his infamous cameo in Half Baked? His memoir, Dirty Daddy, came out in 2014 and is well worth a read. RIP to one of the greats.

Robbie Coltrane was perhaps best known for his role as Hagrid in the Harry Potter films. However, Coltrane was also renowned for his fluid accents and versatility, playing Bond villain Valentin Zukovsky in GoldenEye and The World Is Not Enough, as well as roles in Great Expectations, Henry V, and The Adventures of Huck Finn. Coltrane was one of Britain’s most celebrated comedians, praised for his intelligence, inventiveness, and boldness. Coltrane died in 2022, but his indelible roles ensure he will not be forgotten anytime soon.

Louie Anderson may not be as familiar to younger audiences, yet he was nonetheless a celebrated comedian and a great loss to the comedy world. Named by Comedy Central as one of the “100 Greatest Stand-Up Comedians of All Time,” Anderson also hosted Family Feud for years and appeared in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Coming to America, and the TV shows Scrubs and Baskets—the latter earning him an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor. Anderson had a nearly decade-long residency in Las Vegas and was celebrated for his self-deprecating style.

The final comedian who died in 2022 that we’d like to pay homage to is Leslie Jordan. Maybe best known for his Emmy-winning role as Beverley Leslie on Will and Grace, Jordan was an LGBTQ+ icon remembered for his distinctive Southern drawl and oversized personality. He also starred in several seasons of American Horror Story, The Last Sharknado: It’s About Time, and Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday. Known for his one-liners, light-hearted panache, and endearing storytelling, Jordan leaves yet another hole in the fabric of comedy and pop culture.

The Comedian Company’s List of Top 7 Comedians of 2022

Discover Some of the Up-and-Coming Comedians of 2022

Though some of the best comedians of 2022 aren’t household names yet, they will be soon. So read on for our list of the top 7 comedians of 2022. Available and affordable, these comedians will have you dying for more. Watch some of their clips and call us at 586-218-8745 to book one for your next event.
 

Cyrus Steele

Hailing from Georgia, Cyrus Steele is a talented impressionist with a roster of impressions that includes Barack Obama, Donald Trump, Kevin Hart, Al Pacino, and many others. Steele is familiar on the comedy club circuit, as well as performing at corporate events. In 2016, he won the title of South’s Funniest Accountant, and in 2018, he was selected as a finalist for the Jeanne Robertson Comedy with Class competition. One of the top comedians in 2022, Steele is a performer worth keeping an eye on.

Paul Morrissey

Paul Morrissey has appeared numerous times on The Late Show with David Letterman and The Late Late Show. He co-hosts the podcasts Come to Papa with fellow comedian Tom Papa and the Artie Lange Podcast. Morrissey’s first stand-up special, A Real Humdinger, debuted in 2018. His star is only on the rise, and he’s easily one of the best comedians of 2022.

Ashley Gutermuth

The pixieish Ashley Gutermuth won Jerry Seinfeld’s “Seinfeld Challenge” in 2020. In 2021, she won the headliner category of the US Comedy Contest. Her stand-up, which largely focuses on being a military wife, has amassed over 200 million views on social media and has appeared on Yahoo News and various military publications, including Military Times and Military.com.

Jason Douglas

An accomplished corporate comedian with over 400 five-star reviews, Jason Douglas has also worked with comedic luminaries such as Ron White, Pete Davidson, Jim Gaffigan, and more. Douglas has been praised for his improvisational acumen and sharp wit. He may be one of the best comedians of 2022 that you’ve yet to discover.

Sam Morril

Dark, deadpan, and hilarious, Sam Morril has been a comedian to watch for some time, having literally been named one of Comedy Central’s Comics to Watch in 2011. Morril has released a series of specials and albums, including Class Act (2015), Positive Influence (2018), I Got This and Up on the Roof (2020), and Same Time Tomorrow (2022). He also had a small but memorable role as a stand-up comedian in Joker. Morril has been featured on several late-night shows. If you like Anthony Jeselnik, you’ll love Sam Morril.

Karen Rontowski

Known as “the original psychic standup,” Rontowski is a fast-paced comedian who often blends the paranormal with humor. Her special Ridiculous Me garnered over 20 million views in 2017, and her special War & Instant Pudding came out in 2022. Rontowski has also appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman, Sirius Satellite Radio, Comics Unleashed, Live at Gotham, Comedy Central, and Mysteries of the Unexplained.

Joe Deuce

With over a decade of experience, Deuce is as accomplished as he is versatile. Having performed at birthday parties, weddings, and churches, he has also been named Funniest Comedian in Lexington by Comedy Off Broadway (2013), Dayton’s Got Talent Champion (2015), Funniest Comic East of the Mississippi (2018), and NoHo Comedy Festival Rising Star (2019). With his pedigree, being considered one of the best comedians of 2022 was practically a given.

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