Top Comedians of All Time – 15 Funniest Stand-up Comedians in 2024

It is rightly said, “Laughter is the best therapy” as it has the power to cure a man internally and externally. Several people in this world are working only for the smiles whom we often call comedians. 

These top comedians have a spellbinding talent for freshening up the mind of a disturbed person. They use their humor as a weapon that never misses its target and gladdens the aggrieved. In this post, we’ve listed the top comedians of all time who are spreading happiness in this world. Let’s delve into this post to learn about them. 

World’s Best Comedians in 2024 

S.No.	Comedian Name
1	Kevin Hart
2	Jerry Seinfeld
3	Bill Burr
4	Dave Chappelle
5	Sarah Silverman
6	Trevor Noah
7	Amy Schumer
8	John Mulvaney
9	Louis C.K.
10	Chris Rock
11	Rory Scovel
12	Aziz Ansari
13	Pete Holmes
14	Zach Galifianakis
15	Hannibal Buress

Kevin Hart’s name is synonymous with rib-tickling comedy. Born on 6 July 1979, the famous comedian used humor to deal with his troubled life and decided to bring smiles to the faces of millions struggling in their hectic lives. He participated in and won several comedy competitions which made him popular.  

After rising to prominence, he stepped into the film industry and amazed the world with his acting. In addition to that, he released four comedy albums which ranked him among the greatest comedians of all time.  

Known for his observational comedy that makes the audience laugh hysterically, Jerry Seinfeld is one of the best stand-up comedians of all time. His talent for making common situations humorous is exceptional and highly praise-worthy. 

Apart from comedy, he tried his hand at acting and writing and got a high appreciation for his sitcom Seinfeld in which he played his semi-fictionalized version. 

If the rage-filled humor had a face, it would exactly look like Bill Burr. He is often referred to as the ‘comedian’s comedian’ by several American comedy observers. No doubt, he is one of the top comedians like Greg Giraldo but his ill nature to speak without thinking about serious matters like gender equality often led him into trouble. 

Along with comedy shows, he has appeared in several movies and has hosted podcasts like Monday Morning Podcast. 

The comedy legend Dave Chappelle has an applaudable talent for letting people both laugh and think about serious issues. The world became deserted when he took a break from his comedy career and quit Chappelle’s show in the middle. In 2013, he made a comeback and got the title of best comedian by a Billboard writer.

Moreover, the Grammy Award winner won hearts with his acting prowess and became the recipient of several prestigious accolades. 

The top comedians’ list is incomplete without stand-up artist Sarah Silverman. She has written and acted in various comedy series but rose to stardom with the NBC comedy series Saturday Night Live. Later, she produced and starred in a show with her name that ran for three years. 

She often addresses controversial topics including sexism, homophobia, religion, racism, and politics in her comedy which makes her stand apart from others. 

Hailing from South Africa, Trevor Noah is not only a popular comedian but a commentator, actor, and television host as well. He never fails to tickle the bones of the audience with his witty mind. 

He made a name across the globe by hosting the famous American late-night talk show, The Daily Show, and was listed among the ‘35 Most Powerful People in New York Media.’ 

Another one of the top comedians of all time, Amy Schumer chuckles the globe with her unique sense of humor. Before appearing on the NBC reality competition series Last Comic Standing fifth season, she kicked off her journey as a comedian and shocked the world with her talent. 

She made her screen debut with the romantic comedy film Trainwreck and later appeared in various comedy movies including Snatched and I Feel Pretty. 

No one can be as a amazing storyteller as John Mulaney is. His ability to resonate with the audience with his storytelling skills is incredible. The famous male comedian presents daily situations comically and makes everyone giggle. He loved to collect comedy albums in his teenage years which impacted his mind and made him the greatest comedy king. 

In addition to being a comedian, he is an occasional actor who has given voiceovers in several films and shows. 

Numerous award-winning comedian, Louis C.K. knows very well how to make people guffaw. He began his journey as a comedy writer and ended up becoming a stand-up comedian, actor, and filmmaker. After facing widespread criticism for his several sexual misconducts, he took a gap of one year and made his comeback in 2018. 

Various renowned personalities have criticized his return to comedy whereas countless popular comedians including Jim Gaffigan, Chris Rock, Bill Burr, Michael Che, Dave Chappelle, etc came in his support. 

Known for raising difficult subjects like human sexuality, race relations, and observational comedy, Chris Rock is a well-known American funniest comedian. He worked for several years to make people laugh and played minor roles in various movies and TV shows. 

Later, he started his production venture and produced films such as Boomerang, Pootie Tang, and more. 

Despite being skilled in tennis, soccer, and basketball, Rory Scovel chose to become a comedian. He first performed at an open mic night in Spartanburg and later went to cities like Washington D.C, New York, and Los Angeles with the aim of making comedy his career. 

He also entertained the audience with his acting prowess and acted in several movies and TV series including Groom with a View, The House, and I Feel Pretty. 

Meet the top comedian Aziz Ansari who is ruling the world with his acting, comedy, and filmmaking skills. He has a clap-worthy talent for turning daily observations into hilarious moments. 

After appearing in the MTV sketch comedy show Human Giant, he started getting roles in films which skyrocketed his popularity. Additionally, he got the opportunity to unleash his writing and directional skills. 

How can we forget to add Pete Holmes to the list of top comedians of all time? The most amazing personality who can make anyone laugh, even with silly jokes. He mainly focuses on the themes of musings on spirituality and religion in his work. 

After gaining recognition as a comedian, he launched his podcast ‘You Made It Weird’ and got oodles of love. Moreover, he released his late-night show ‘The Pete Holmes Show’ and different comedy specials. 

Zach Galifianakis’s comedy is a unique blend of insanity and wittiness. Along with his comedy shows, he is known for his American talk show ‘Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis’ through which he showcased his hosting talent to the world. 

No one is unaware of his love for acting. His popular movies and TV shows are Baskets, Due Date, The Campaign, Birdman, It’s Kind of a Funny Story and more. 

The man who brought Bill Cosby’s sexual assault case into the limelight and received much appreciation was the stand-up comedian Hannibal Buress. He is known for his versatility and ability to make the world chortle. 

He started comedy while doing his graduation and later made it his career. With his increasing popularity, he started getting movie roles which boosted his confidence and net worth. 

Wrapping Up! 

From Dave Chappelle to Amy Schumer, we learned about the 15 top comedians of all time in this write-up who are leaving their marks on the world with their innovative minds and humor. We hope that you enjoyed reading and got an overview of the lives of famous comedians. 

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