About Elyse Willems
Elyse Willems (born May 3, 1986) is a Canadian comedian, writer, actress, and host, best known for her work as a cast member and producer at Funhaus, a division of Rooster Teeth Productions, beginning in November 2015. Born and raised in Toronto in a family of Polish descent, she graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in Political Science and Government before relocating to Los Angeles in 2012, where she produced, wrote, and hosted the comedy news show Mandatory Update at Defy Media. At Funhaus she co-wrote and produced series such as Arizona Circle, Sex Swing, and Twits & Crits, and in 2020 created Last Laugh. Willems self-published her debut novel, A Night in Halloween House, in October 2020, which became a bestselling Halloween children's book on Amazon. After Rooster Teeth shut down in 2024, she became involved in programs for PBS and video game writing projects.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elyse Willems known for?
Elyse Willems is a Canadian comedian, writer, actress and host best known as a cast member and producer at Funhaus, a division of Rooster Teeth Productions, where she started in November 2015.
Where is Elyse Willems from?
Elyse Willems was born on May 3, 1986, and raised in Toronto, and she graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in Political Science and Government.
What did Elyse Willems do before Funhaus?
After relocating to Los Angeles in 2012, Elyse Willems produced, wrote and hosted the comedy news show Mandatory Update at Defy Media.
Which Funhaus series did Elyse Willems make?
At Funhaus, Elyse Willems co-wrote and produced series such as Arizona Circle, Sex Swing and Twits & Crits, and in 2020 she created Last Laugh.
Has Elyse Willems written a book?
Elyse Willems self-published her debut novel, A Night in Halloween House, in October 2020, and it became a bestselling Halloween children's book on Amazon.
What did Elyse Willems do after Rooster Teeth closed?
After Rooster Teeth shut down in 2024, Elyse Willems got involved in programs for PBS and in video game writing projects.
