Hugely popular stand-up comedian, actor, and podcast host Stavros Halkias is a originally from Baltimore, Maryland. He first gained widespread national attention and a massive cult following as the hilarious co-host of the wildly successful underground comedy podcast Cum Town. Since departing the podcast, Stavros has successfully built a massive solo career as one of the most visible and hardest-working comics in the modern stand-up comedy scene. Stavros is widely celebrated for his incredible crowd work, a style of comedy where he talks directly to audience members and makes up hilarious jokes on the spot. His crowd-work clips routinely go viral on social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, attracting millions of views and introducing him to broad new audiences. In 2022, he independently released his first full-length comedy special, Live at the Lodge Room, on YouTube, which quickly amassed millions of views and praise from comedy fans. He followed that success with his debut Netflix comedy special, Fat Rascal, which cemented his status as a major mainstream comedy star. Beyond the stand-up stage, Stavros is a talented actor who has appeared in popular independent films and hit television series, including the acclaimed show Ramy. With his loud, booming, infectious laugh, signature gap-toothed smile, and relatable stories about everyday life, food, and relationships, Stavros continues to sell out comedy clubs and large theaters all over the world.