About Josh Johnson
Josh Johnson (born March 16, 1990) is an American stand-up comedian and writer, best known for his work on The Daily Show, which he joined as a staff writer in 2017 before becoming a correspondent in 2024 and a rotating host in 2025. From Alexandria, Louisiana, he received a degree in lighting design for theater from Centenary College in 2012 and performed at open mic nights while in college. He was previously a writer and performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and toured with Trevor Noah on the Loud & Clear tour. In 2018 he was named New York's Funniest Stand Up at the New York Comedy Festival. He has released the hour-long comedy specials # (Hashtag) (2021), Up Here Killing Myself (2023), and Symphony (2026), and is known for uploading routines from his open mics and tours to his YouTube channel every week.
Videos (73)
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2:59Some people were so mad about the casting of The Odyssey
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2:40YOUNG MEN PLEASE INVEST IN SOAP
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2:06What Mamdani feels like as Mayor in NYC
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55:41Andrew & Tristan Tate Reached the End of the Algorithm
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48:06Canadians Canât Believe Theyâre Calling It âLake Americaâ
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1:24An example of white privilege
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2:49The Canadian Stereotype
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2:30Dollar General Robbery Gone Wrong
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58:51Well That Was a Surprise
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1:02:17Trump Offers $5,000 To Buy Your Vote?
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2:56Obsessed with Obama
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46:49Wide Deceiver: The NFL Impostor Who Scammed 26 Women
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2:33Canadas reaction to âLake Americaâ
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47:59Elonâs Epic Ego Explained
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2:48The Produce is going to us
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47:05Are We Building Our Own Extinction?
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1:02:42We Survived 250 Years and All We Got Was Trump
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48:38Taylor Farms, Taco Bell, Your TummyâŠ
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32:06How Do You Lose A Giraffe?
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2:59I hate revolving doors
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49:05My Name Got Dragged Into A $200,000 LEGO Scandal
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43:00From Penn State to State Pen
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47:45Fatherhood, Fake Planes and Roasting Trump in Minneapolis
1M views
52:20U sure thatâs Usher?
1M viewsGuest appearances (122)
Videos on other comedians' channels featuring Josh Johnson.
Guest appearances 97 to 120 of 122.
1:29:46Vegan McDonald's with Josh Johnson | Jim Norton Can't Save You EP 33
Jim Norton
27.9K views
43:03Grillz vs. Chains - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
26.1K views
43:23Bagels vs. Croissants - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
25.7K views
43:36Valentineâs Day: Romantic vs. Not - Hold Up with DulcĂ© Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
25.5K views
34:27Carpet vs. Hardwood Floors - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
25.4K views
35:56Still vs. Sparkling Water - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
25.3K views
41:53Candy Corn vs. Peeps - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
25.2K views
57:27Day Dates vs. Dinner Dates - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
23.9K views
36:47Boneless vs. Bone-in Chicken Wings - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
23.7K views
48:24Chicken Sandwiches vs. Burgers - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
23.1K views
45:27Oatmeal vs. Grits - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
22.8K views
38:40Gatorade vs. Powerade - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
21.6K views
33:36Nachos vs. Chili Cheese Fries - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
21.5K views
42:24The Best of the Best âHold Upâ Debates! - Hold Up with DulcĂ© Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
21.1K views
44:00Wedding DJs vs. Wedding Bands - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
20.9K views
45:37Josh Johnson | Senses Working Overtime with David Cross | Headgum
David Cross
20.6K views
37:35Indoor vs. Outdoor Pools - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
18.1K views
40:26Irons vs. Steamers - Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson | The Daily Show
Jon Stewart
17.7K views
1:27Is Josh Johnson TOO Nice?
Neal Brennan
15.9K views
7:34Josh Johnson on Growing Up Poor
Neal Brennan
13.4K views
10:36Josh Johnson Shares His Career Goals | Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out
Mike Birbiglia
4.1K views
4:03Josh Johnson couldn't save his air mattress
Jimmy Pardo
2.7K views
0:56Josh Johnson Trailer
Devon Walker
2.4K views
1:27:01MMA ROASTED - Kai Kamaka, Josh Johnson, and Jake Ellenberger
Adam Hunter
1K viewsChannels on this page: Jim Norton, Jon Stewart, David Cross, Neal Brennan, Mike Birbiglia, Jimmy Pardo, Devon Walker, Adam Hunter
Frequently asked questions
Where is Josh Johnson from?
Josh Johnson is an American stand-up comedian and writer from Alexandria, Louisiana, born on March 16, 1990.
What is Josh Johnson's role on The Daily Show?
Josh Johnson joined The Daily Show as a staff writer in 2017, became a correspondent in 2024 and a rotating host in 2025.
Where did Josh Johnson go to college?
Josh Johnson received a degree in lighting design for theater from Centenary College in 2012, and he performed at open mic nights while he was a student.
Did Josh Johnson write for Jimmy Fallon?
Yes, Josh Johnson was a writer and performer on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and he also toured with Trevor Noah on the Loud & Clear tour.
What stand-up specials has Josh Johnson released?
Josh Johnson's hour-long comedy specials include # (Hashtag) (2021), Up Here Killing Myself (2023) and Symphony (2026).
What did Josh Johnson win at the New York Comedy Festival?
In 2018 Josh Johnson was named New York's Funniest Stand Up at the New York Comedy Festival.
Does Josh Johnson post stand-up on YouTube?
Yes, Josh Johnson is known for uploading routines from his open mics and tours to his YouTube channel every week.
