Jen Kirkman
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Jen Kirkman is a stand-up comedian, actor and writer who got her start in Boston and New York City and is now a staple on the Los Angeles comedy scene. She can be seen regularly at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, Largo and the Hollywood Improv with her story-telling style stand-up. In 2007, Jen released her first comedy album, Self Help with aspecialthing records. She is currently a writer and roundtable regular on E!’s Chelsea Lately and star of a recent installment of the HBO Funny or Die series Drunk History as well as a published essayist. Her television credits include VH1’s sketch show, Acceptable TV, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, NBC’s Late Friday, Starz’s Special Sauce, CBS’s The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and her unique voice has landed her recurring roles on animated shows like Cartoon Network’s Home Movies, Vh1’s Illustrated and Current TV’s Supernews. Most recently she was featured in Entertainment Weekly’s Top 12 Comedians To Watch.
“Hilarious”
-The New York Times
” Jen Kirkman does it all. Hilarious stand up, talented improviser, and a terrific writer.”
-The Gothamist
“Rising Purveyor of Ha-Ha”
-The Washington Post
Known For
| Credit | Details | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Lately | E! | Writer |





