Paul Mecurio
Paul Mecurio — Comedian, Emmy Award Winner, and Podcast Host
Paul Mecurio is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and podcast host based in New York City. Known for his sharp wit, brilliant storytelling, and versatile career in entertainment, Paul has built a reputation as one of the industry’s most dynamic comedic voices.
A regular performer at top NYC comedy venues like the Comedy Cellar, Broadway Comedy Club, and New York Comedy Club, Paul has made countless television appearances. His stand-up credits include The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, The Tonight Show, Conan, HBO, Showtime, Comedy Central, and The CBS Late Late Show. He has also appeared on America’s Got Talent and has performed his own Comedy Central and Showtime comedy specials.
Paul created and stars in the critically acclaimed Off-Broadway show Paul Mecurio’s Permission to Speak, directed and produced by legendary filmmaker Frank Oz (of Star Wars and The Muppets fame). The show received rave reviews and was nominated for the prestigious “Best One-Man Show” by the Broadway Alliance.
In addition to his live performances, Paul is the host of the award-winning podcast Inside Out with Paul Mecurio, where he has interviewed A-list guests such as Paul McCartney, Stephen Colbert, Kevin Costner, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Jay Leno, and Spike Lee. His engaging conversations span entertainment, pop culture, politics, sports, and more.
Paul’s acting credits include the feature films Chuck (with Liev Schreiber) and Johnny and Clyde (starring Megan Fox). His writing resume is equally impressive, contributing to The Daily Show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and The New York Times Sunday Magazine.
Before his full-time comedy career, Paul graduated from Georgetown Law School with high honors and worked as a Wall Street lawyer and investment banker. His decision to leave a successful corporate career for comedy has become a celebrated story of passion and reinvention.
Whether performing on television, writing award-winning content, or headlining comedy clubs and theaters nationwide, Paul Mecurio continues to captivate audiences with his high-energy performances, clever humor, and unique life story.
🎟️ Catch Paul Mecurio live in New York City at the Comedy Cellar, Broadway Comedy Club, New York Comedy Club, and top comedy stages across the country. Grab your NYC comedy tickets today!
