Laughing Across the Divide: Jewish and Muslim Comedians Unite

Trevor Noah: 

[Trevor steps onto a warmly lit stage, smiling as the audience settles.]

Hello, beautiful people. Look at this crowd—Jews, Muslims, and probably a few Presbyterians who just came for the bagels. Welcome to Laughing Across the Divide—where Muslim Jewish unity isn’t just an idea… it’s a punchline.

Now, I know, when people hear “Muslims and Jews sharing a stage,” they expect a debate—or maybe a negotiation. But tonight? We’re flipping the script. This is comedy for peace. No arguing. Just roasting. No fences. Just punchlines.

Because laughter is where truth lives. It’s the one place where interfaith comedians can stand shoulder to shoulder, take all our labels—refugee, rabbi, immigrant, imam—and turn them into applause.

I grew up in apartheid South Africa, where just existing could get you into trouble. And even then, I learned: humor wasn’t a distraction—it was survival. It was how we told the truth without getting kicked out of the room. And sometimes... how we got invited in.

So tonight, you're going to meet comedians who pray in different directions, eat with different rules, and argue in different languages—but who all agree on one thing: if we can laugh together, maybe we can live together.

Let’s begin.

 (Note: This is an imaginary conversation, a creative exploration of an idea, and not a real speech or event.)

Topic 1: “What Did Your Grandparents Sacrifice for You?”

Moderator: Trevor Noah

Panelists:

• Mo Amer (Palestinian-American Muslim comedian)
• Sarah Silverman (Jewish-American comedian, sharp wit with emotional depth)
• Maz Jobrani (Iranian-American Muslim comedian, heartful and witty)
• Gad Elmaleh (French-Moroccan Jewish comedian, cultural bridge builder)
• Ramy Youssef (Egyptian-American Muslim comedian, master of spiritual vulnerability)

Trevor Noah:

"Sacrifice is often told like a myth—something we admire but never fully feel. But behind every comedian is a grandmother who said no to comfort so we could say yes to the mic. So let’s begin:
What’s one thing your grandparents gave up so you could be who you are today?”

Maz Jobrani:

“My grandmother left behind a palace... not a literal one, but an emotional one. Tehran was her world. After the revolution, she came to the U.S., spoke no English, and took care of us kids so my parents could work. She didn’t understand Saturday Night Live, but she understood love.”

Sarah Silverman:

“My grandfather, Abe, ran a discount store in New Hampshire. He worked 12 hours a day so his kids—and then us—could go to college. He used to joke, ‘I sell socks so you can tell jokes.’ And here I am. Thanks, Abe. I hope you’re proud... and wearing warm socks.”

Mo Amer:

“My grandfather was a refugee three times—once from Palestine, then Kuwait, then to the U.S. He gave up a homeland. All he ever wanted was for us to live without fear. Every time I get on stage, I’m trying to make peace with that pain.”

Gad Elmaleh:

“My grandmother gave up the language of her dreams—Arabic—for French. She moved from Casablanca to Paris and never really belonged again. She smiled in French, but she cried in Arabic. That silence shaped me.”

Ramy Youssef:

“My grandfather sold his shop in Cairo and moved to America where no one knew his name. He used to be ‘Haj Youssef’—respected, dignified. Here, he was ‘Joe.’ He lost his title so I could write mine.”

Trevor Noah:

“That hit me. Now let me ask:
What do you think your grandparents would not understand about the world you live in today—and how do you think they’d react to your comedy?”

Sarah Silverman:

“Oh, they’d be horrified at first. Especially the language. But I think deep down they’d get it. Humor was our family’s survival tactic. Yiddish insults are basically stand-up sets. My Nana once said, ‘If you’re not funny, you’re just sad.’ So I chose funny.”

Mo Amer:

“My grandfather would be confused by the fact that I’m famous for talking about him. He didn’t trust microphones. But he’d love that I’m telling our story, even through jokes. He might still whisper, ‘Don’t say my name too loud.’”

Gad Elmaleh:

“She wouldn’t understand a podcast or a Netflix special. But she'd understand making people laugh at dinner. That’s how she fed us—through couscous and comedy. I think she’d watch my shows with one eye closed... and then tell her friends she taught me everything.”

Ramy Youssef:

“He wouldn’t get the jokes, but he’d get the mission. He used to say, ‘Make people feel something real.’ Comedy, for me, is faith work. I think he’d respect that—even if he’d ask me why I’m not an engineer.”

Maz Jobrani:

“My grandmother would think I’m insane. She once told me, ‘Why are you joking on stage? You’re not a clown!’ But I think after a few shows—and explaining that people pay me—she’d say, ‘At least you're not in jail.’ That’s Iranian approval.”

Trevor Noah:

“Beautiful. So final question:
What’s one lesson or phrase from your grandparents that still echoes in your mind today—especially when you’re alone?”

Mo Amer:

“‘Always know where your shoes are.’ He meant it literally and spiritually. Be grounded. Be ready. Don’t run without knowing why.”

Maz Jobrani:

“‘Don’t burn your mouth just because the soup smells good.’ I think she meant patience... or maybe she just made really hot soup.”

Ramy Youssef:

“‘Remember who you pray to.’ It wasn’t just about religion—it was about staying centered in the chaos.”

Sarah Silverman:

“‘Don’t be a schmuck, Sarah.’ It’s funny, but it meant: don’t let the world harden you. Be strong, but stay soft.”

Gad Elmaleh:

“My grandmother used to say, ‘You can tell how rich someone is by how much they laugh, not by what they wear.’ I try to dress poor.”

Closing Thoughts – Trevor Noah:

“We talk a lot about success in terms of followers, deals, stages. But today we saw that real success is being the living echo of our ancestors' sacrifices. When laughter comes from pain, it heals. And when it comes from love, it connects. You’ve all reminded us: we don’t just inherit names—we inherit stories worth telling. Thank you.”

Topic 2: “What Part of Your Culture Makes You Proud—Even if the World Doesn’t?”

Moderator: Mindy Kaling
Panelists:

• Hasan Minhaj (Indian-American Muslim, emotionally charged satire)
• Jon Stewart (Jewish-American, sharp political commentary with cultural roots)
• Azhar Usman (American Muslim, deeply spiritual with a love for underdog wisdom)
• Alex Edelman (Modern Orthodox Jewish comic, master of identity-based humor)
• Tez Ilyas (British Pakistani Muslim, clever, cheeky, and proudly cultural)

Mindy Kaling:

“There are things about our cultures—small, strange, sacred—that don’t always make it into the mainstream, but they make us who we are. So tell me:
What’s one part of your culture that makes you proud, even if most people around you don’t get it?”

Azhar Usman:

“Our concept of barakah—blessing in the unseen. It’s not about metrics or money. It’s about spiritual flow. You help someone in secret, and somehow your life just… opens. Most people think it’s superstition. I call it quantum grace.”

Alex Edelman:

“For me, it’s Shabbat. A full 25 hours where I unplug, no phone, no email. People say, ‘How do you survive without Instagram?’ I’m like, ‘It’s the only day I feel like I actually exist.’ It’s weird to some, but it’s where I feel most human.”

Hasan Minhaj:

“Weddings that last a week. People say, ‘That’s excessive.’ No—it’s beautiful. You eat, cry, dance, pray, make TikToks, all with 200 cousins you barely know. That’s not dysfunction—that’s diaspora unity.”

Tez Ilyas:

“Arranged marriages. Yeah, I said it. Not forced—arranged. Like Netflix recommendations, but with real people. The world sees it as backward. But I’ve seen aunties play better matchmaker than dating apps ever could.”

Jon Stewart:

“Jewish guilt. I love it. Everyone’s like, ‘Guilt is bad.’ No! Guilt is accountability with seasoning. My culture raised me to care what happens after a joke. That’s why I rant on The Daily Show—it’s tradition.”

Mindy Kaling:

“Okay, that was gold. Next question:
Have you ever had to explain or defend that cultural trait—and what happened when you did?”

Hasan Minhaj:

“Oh yeah. I tried to explain Diwali at work once. Everyone thought I said ‘devil worship.’ I had to make a PowerPoint with candles and samosas. Now every year, I just bring food and say, ‘It’s like brown Hanukkah—just eat.’”

Alex Edelman:

“Once I told someone I couldn’t come to their birthday party because of Shabbat. They said, ‘Oh, so you’re grounded by God?’ And I was like… yes, exactly. And it’s the best kind of grounding. They didn’t get it, but they respected it.”

Jon Stewart:

“I once tried explaining why we don't just 'move on' from trauma. A guy goes, ‘Why do Jews talk about the Holocaust so much?’ I said, ‘So we don’t repeat it.’ He said, ‘That’s dark.’ I said, ‘History is dark. So is comedy.’”

Azhar Usman:

“In law school, someone laughed when I said I do wudu (ablution) before prayer. He said, ‘You wash your feet in a sink?’ I said, ‘Bro, your soul’s dry and you’re judging my hygiene?’ We both laughed. Then he asked if he could try it.”

Tez Ilyas:

“Try telling a British person you live with your parents at 30. They’re like, ‘Are you okay?’ Mate, I pay zero rent, get fresh roti every night, and have two built-in therapists. I’m thriving.”

Mindy Kaling:

“You’re all making me want to go home and hug my mom. Last one:
How has that cultural trait shaped your comedy—or your voice as a performer?”

Jon Stewart:

“Guilt gave me a conscience. Sarcasm gave me timing. Judaism gave me comedy. If you can survive a seder where four people are yelling at you and with you, you can survive anything—especially cable news.”

Hasan Minhaj:

“Being brown and proud gave me urgency. I’m not here to ‘blend in.’ I want to shout, ‘This is ours too!’ from every stage I touch. Culture isn’t a costume—it’s my lens.”

Tez Ilyas:

“My culture gave me punchlines and punchbacks. I can joke about my beard, prayer mat, and growing up with 18 cousins—because I know what’s sacred. That line? We walk it like a catwalk.”

Alex Edelman:

“Shabbat gave me rhythm. It made me respect pause. Comedy is about beats, breath, silence. Judaism taught me when to speak and when to stop. Also, guilt. Did I mention guilt?”

Azhar Usman:

“Barakah taught me that silence can be louder than noise. I don’t need a laugh every second. I just need truth. If a punchline makes someone feel seen—that’s the real win.”

Closing Thoughts – Mindy Kaling:

“What I love about all of you is that your pride isn’t performative—it’s rooted. You don’t wear your culture to be exotic. You live it. You protect it. And you use it to heal, to teach, and most importantly… to laugh. Maybe the world doesn’t always get it. But tonight, we all did.”

Topic 3: “When Did You First Realize the World Saw You as ‘Different’?”

Moderator: W. Kamau Bell
Panelists:

• Nabil Abdulrashid (British-Nigerian Muslim, fearless and introspective)
• Seth Rogen (Jewish-American, absurdist but emotionally grounded)
• Ramy Youssef (Egyptian-American Muslim, spiritual and reflective)
• Larry David (Jewish-American, neurotic genius with biting wit)
• Ali Siddiq (African-American Muslim, raw and transformative storyteller)

W. Kamau Bell:

“There’s a moment for a lot of us—especially those of us with names, skin, or stories that don’t ‘fit the mold’—when we realize: Oh… the world sees me as different. So I’ll start with this:
Can you tell me about the first time you realized the world didn’t see you as just another kid, or just another person?”

Ramy Youssef:

“I was six. My teacher asked us to draw our families. I drew mine praying. She pulled me aside and said, ‘You don’t have to pretend to be religious for me.’ I just blinked. That was the first time I knew my ‘normal’ wasn’t their normal.”

Ali Siddiq:

“It was when I was locked up at 19. I told someone I was Muslim, and they said, ‘Oh, like the terrorists?’ I was like, ‘Nah, bro. Like Malcolm. Like peace.’ But the world had already chosen a headline for my name.”

Seth Rogen:

“I was in middle school, and some kid asked, ‘So do you believe in money or God more?’ I was like, ‘I believe in snack cakes.’ That was my defense mechanism. But yeah, that moment stuck. Stereotypes sneak in early.”

Nabil Abdulrashid:

“I got stopped at the airport at age 11. Eleven! They searched my backpack for bombs. I had Pokémon cards, fam. I asked the officer if Pikachu was on a watchlist.”

Larry David:

“First day of Hebrew school. I realized, ‘Wait… other kids have regular school on Saturdays?’ That’s when I knew—ah yes, the world runs on bacon and Sundays. I was doomed to explain myself forever.”

W. Kamau Bell:

“You’re all making this hilarious and heartbreaking. So here’s the next layer:
What kind of defenses—or superpowers—did you develop to deal with being seen as ‘other’?”

Nabil Abdulrashid:

“Comedy. No question. I figured if I make people laugh first, they won’t fear me. It’s like social jujitsu. You deflect judgment with punchlines. And if they still hate you? At least they’re laughing while doing it.”

Seth Rogen:

“Self-deprecation. If I make myself the joke first, I get to control the narrative. Also, I leaned into being the ‘weird Jewish guy.’ Better that than having people whisper behind my back. Own your caricature before someone else draws it.”

Ramy Youssef:

“Prayer helped. Not like a magic fix—but a reminder that I’m part of something older, bigger. When people looked at me sideways, I remembered God doesn’t. That balance—between sacred and sitcom—is my secret sauce.”

Larry David:

“Avoidance. My superpower is avoidance. Don’t explain. Don’t correct. Just leave. If someone misjudges me, I simply… disappear. It’s like being Jewish Batman.”

Ali Siddiq:

“I turned storytelling into a shield. If you can explain your experience better than someone can label it, you win. I don’t let people define me with a headline—I give them a full Netflix special.”

W. Kamau Bell:

“That’s powerful stuff. Final question:
What would you say today to that younger version of you—the kid who just realized they were different?”

Seth Rogen:

“I’d say, ‘Don’t flatten your weirdness just to be liked.’ The things that make you feel left out now are the exact things that’ll make you rich later.”

Ali Siddiq:

“I’d tell him, ‘You ain’t wrong. You are different. But different ain’t dangerous. It’s divine. You’re gonna tell your story—and change lives with it.’”

Ramy Youssef:

“‘Don’t hide the prayer mat. Don’t change your name. Let them mispronounce it—and then make them laugh with it.’ I’d tell him, ‘Stay weird, stay soft.’”

Larry David:

“I’d tell Little Larry, ‘Yes, everyone is going to think you're annoying. But someday, HBO will pay you for it.’ That’s hope.”

Nabil Abdulrashid:

“I’d say, ‘Your skin is not a costume. Your name is not a burden. Don’t try to become invisible. Let them see you—and let them laugh while they do.’”

Closing Thoughts – W. Kamau Bell:

“What struck me today was this: being ‘different’ isn’t the wound—it’s the superpower. And every one of you turned that moment of alienation into art. Into laughter. Into connection. The world may label people, but comedy erases those lines—at least for a few brilliant minutes. Thank you for reminding us that funny isn’t just funny—it’s healing.”

Topic 4: “What’s One Misconception People Have About Your Faith—That You Secretly Find Funny?”

Moderator: Lilly Singh

Panelists:

• Sacha Baron Cohen (Jewish, master of exposing bias through character satire)
• Maz Jobrani (Iranian-American Muslim, king of playful debunking)
• Andy Samberg (Jewish-American, absurd and joyful humorist)
• Mo Amer (Palestinian-American Muslim, charmingly honest and sharp)
• Sarah Silverman (Jewish-American, bold and unapologetically funny about religion)

Lilly Singh:

“Alright team—let’s talk misconceptions. Every religion comes with a user manual… and a pile of misunderstandings.
So here’s my first question:
What’s a stereotype or myth about your faith that you find so wrong—it actually makes you laugh?”

Mo Amer:

“That Muslims don’t laugh. Like, people think we wake up angry. I’m like, bro, I’m funnier than your entire fantasy football league. I grew up roasting my cousins in four languages before I could walk. Laughter is how we survive and season the chicken.”

Sarah Silverman:

“That all Jews are rich. I mean… I do okay now, but my mom reused aluminum foil for 20 years. I once got a Bat Mitzvah gift that was a used Sudoku book. Jewish wealth? It’s mostly guilt and coupons.”

Maz Jobrani:

“I always get: ‘Do Muslims hate dogs?’ I’m like, what? No, we just don’t let them lick our faces like peanut butter addicts. I love dogs. I just don’t French kiss them. It’s boundaries, not blasphemy.”

Andy Samberg:

“I’ve been asked if Jews have horns. Literal horns. I wish! I could’ve been cast in every Marvel movie. But nah, just regular ears. Slightly neurotic ears, but ears.”

Sacha Baron Cohen:

“That Jews secretly control the world. I mean, if that were true, would my uncle still be selling orthopedic shoes from a van? The truth is far less glamorous. We control bagel orders—barely.”

Lilly Singh:

“Okay, I love this energy. So next:
Have you ever played into one of those misconceptions—on purpose—to mess with someone, get a laugh, or even teach a lesson?”

Maz Jobrani:

“Absolutely. I once told a TSA agent I was late for jihad. He panicked, I said, ‘I mean my cousin’s wedding—it’s emotional jihad.’ We both laughed… nervously. It broke the tension. Humor can disarm faster than silence.”

Sarah Silverman:

“I’ve leaned into the ‘neurotic Jewish girl’ trope so hard I basically married it. But it’s satire. If I play that up, people start seeing how ridiculous the stereotype is. I just exaggerate until they laugh with me instead of at me.”

Mo Amer:

“I used to tell people I couldn’t eat pork because pigs are my cousins. Their brains glitched. One guy was like, ‘Wait, like spiritually… or scientifically?’ I said, ‘Yes.’ That’s the joy of messing with ignorance.”

Andy Samberg:

“In a Lonely Island sketch, I played a Jewish secret agent who stopped crimes with guilt. The villain confessed just because I said, ‘You’ve disappointed your mother.’ That’s the most Jewish thing I’ve ever done.”

Sacha Baron Cohen:

“That’s my whole career. Borat was a way to reveal their bigotry, not ours. I play into ignorance to shine a mirror on it. When someone laughs at the wrong thing… the joke’s on them.”

Lilly Singh:

“Love it. Final question:
What would you say to someone who has that misconception, but maybe doesn’t mean harm—they just literally don’t know better?”

Mo Amer:

“I’d say: ask questions, not assumptions. Muslims aren’t a monolith. We have nerds, dancers, poets, mechanics… and comedians. You want to know what Islam is? Come to a Friday lunch. We’ll feed you and forgive you.”

Andy Samberg:

“I’d say: most of us are just figuring it out like you. Being Jewish doesn’t mean I understand the Torah—it means my mom texts me in guilt-ese. Religion’s not a monolith. It’s a playlist with a really long remix.”

Sarah Silverman:

“I’d say: Don’t whisper it. Just ask. I’d rather explain than be feared. And also—don’t worry. You can’t offend me more than my Aunt Janet already has.”

Maz Jobrani:

“I’d say: Your questions won’t kill us. Your silence might. Don’t be afraid to be wrong. Just be willing to laugh about it together. That’s where peace begins.”

Sacha Baron Cohen:

“I’d say: next time you hear a stereotype—imagine your best friend saying it. Then imagine how fast you’d shut that down. That’s how fast you should unlearn it. Oh—and watch more Jewish and Muslim stand-up. It’s better than most news.”

Closing Thoughts – Lilly Singh:

“Tonight we laughed at the stereotypes about us—so we don’t have to live by them. Comedy gives us power. It says, ‘You might misjudge me—but I’ll make you laugh while correcting you.’ That’s what all five of you did tonight: you turned labels into punchlines—and punchlines into connection.”

Topic 5: “What Gives You Hope for the Future—Even When the News Doesn’t?”

Moderator: Stephen Colbert

Panelists:

• Hasan Minhaj (Political satirist with a hopeful edge)
• Jon Stewart (Truth-seeker who never lets cynicism win)
• Ramy Youssef (Spiritual comedian, introspective and empathetic)
• Gad Elmaleh (Cross-cultural Jewish performer with deep humanity)
• Azhar Usman (Muslim comic-philosopher rooted in love and mysticism)

Stephen Colbert:

“We comedians see the absurdity of life up close—and sometimes it’s hard to laugh when the world feels like it’s burning.
So let’s start here:
When the headlines are dark, what still gives you hope?”

Jon Stewart:

“Teenagers. They’re sarcastic, brutally honest, and allergic to BS. That’s the best kind of leadership material. If you ever doubt the future, try telling a 16-year-old your political opinion. They’ll destroy you in five seconds—with empathy.”

Azhar Usman:

“Silence. Not apathy—but contemplative silence. In a noisy, angry world, moments of prayer or stillness give me hope. Because real change doesn’t always come with hashtags—it comes with humility.”

Hasan Minhaj:

“Community organizing. I once visited a mosque that ran a food pantry and helped refugees file taxes. No press. No sponsors. Just people serving people. That’s the quiet revolution.”

Gad Elmaleh:

“Laughter. Not the cheap kind—but the laughter that comes after tears. That moment in a hospital room, or after a funeral, when someone cracks a joke and you remember you're still alive. That’s holy.”

Ramy Youssef:

“The idea that people can change. I’ve seen it. I've seen the uncle who used to say racist stuff suddenly weep at a wedding when his daughter marries outside the culture. It takes time—but love softens.”

Stephen Colbert:

“That cracked my heart open just a bit. Now:
What’s something small—maybe silly—that restores your faith in humanity?”

Gad Elmaleh:

“Old men who dance at weddings. You know the ones. They have no rhythm, no shame, and all the joy. They remind us that celebration isn’t about skill—it’s about being fully present.”

Hasan Minhaj:

“When people pass down food like sacred scrolls. Recipes from grandmothers become identity blueprints. If we’re still handing down samosa secrets, we’re gonna be okay.”

Ramy Youssef:

“The smile of a child who doesn’t know what side you’re on. They just see a kind face. That innocence gives me hope that division is learned—and so is love.”

Azhar Usman:

“People who apologize. Genuinely. Not for show. Whether it’s public or private. A sincere ‘I’m sorry’ is a revolution in miniature.”

Jon Stewart:

“When someone lets you merge in traffic. Especially in New York. That’s not just kindness—it’s faith in humanity at 60 miles per hour.”

Stephen Colbert:

“Final thought here:
What role does comedy play in keeping your hope alive?”

Ramy Youssef:

“Comedy lets me grieve without getting stuck in sadness. It’s like spiritual CPR. It shocks the heart back into rhythm.”

Jon Stewart:

“Comedy turns fear into dialogue. Laughter forces you to breathe—even when the world feels suffocating. That breath? That’s hope.”

Hasan Minhaj:

“When people laugh together, it means they see something the same way—even for a second. That’s unity. That’s proof we’re not totally broken.”

Gad Elmaleh:

“Comedy is truth wrapped in joy. Even a silly joke says: ‘I’m alive. I see you. Let’s not give up just yet.’”

Azhar Usman:

“For me, comedy is a form of dhikr—remembrance. Not just of God, but of our shared humanity. It’s how I say: ‘We are still here, together, laughing. And that means everything.’”

Closing Thoughts – Stephen Colbert:

“In times like these, we often say, ‘All we can do is laugh.’ But what we’ve heard tonight proves the opposite:
Laughter is not all we can do—
It’s how we stay human.
It’s how we break the silence between us.
And it’s how we remember, even in the darkest hour,
that joy is an act of rebellion—and connection.”

Final Thoughts

[Trevor returns to the stage, more reflective, as the applause fades to quiet attention.]

You know what hit me tonight? Not just the laughs—but the Muslim Jewish unity behind them.
The way a joke from a Jewish comic landed in a Muslim heart—and vice versa.
That’s not just funny. That’s sacred.

We’ve seen what happens when the world focuses only on our differences—religion, race, where your grandparents came from, or what you eat during holidays. But tonight, we saw what happens when we focus on what we share: stories, struggles… and killer timing.

This isn’t just a show—it’s comedy for peace.
It’s proof that interfaith comedians don’t just challenge stereotypes—they heal them. They build bridges without building walls. They take the loudest misconceptions and quiet them with laughter.

And maybe that’s the real power of humor:
It makes the impossible feel… possible.
It turns “you’re different from me” into “you remind me of someone I love.”

So tonight, we didn’t solve world peace.
But we reminded ourselves: it’s not out of reach.
Sometimes, peace looks like a stage, two stools…
And a room full of Muslims and Jews laughing so hard, they forget which side they were ever on.

Keep laughing. Keep listening. And keep showing up—across the divide.

Thank you.

Short Bios:

Mo Amer is a Palestinian-American comedian known for blending personal immigrant stories with universal humor. A refugee turned Netflix star, his work bridges cultures through heartfelt comedy.

Sarah Silverman is an Emmy-winning Jewish-American comedian whose bold, unapologetic humor confronts taboo topics while exploring identity, politics, and faith with biting wit.

Maz Jobrani is an Iranian-American comedian and actor best known for using comedy to break down stereotypes about the Middle East. He’s a founding member of the Axis of Evil Comedy Tour.

Gad Elmaleh is a French-Moroccan Jewish comedian and actor celebrated for his charismatic storytelling and ability to navigate multiple languages and cultural worlds with ease.

Ramy Youssef is an Egyptian-American comedian, actor, and writer who created the acclaimed Hulu series “Ramy,” exploring faith, identity, and millennial life from a Muslim perspective.

Hasan Minhaj is an Indian-American Muslim comedian and former host of Patriot Act, known for his emotionally charged storytelling and satirical deep dives into politics and culture.

Jon Stewart is a legendary Jewish-American satirist and former host of The Daily Show, who redefined political comedy with sharp insights, moral clarity, and heartfelt advocacy.

Azhar Usman is a Chicago-based Muslim comedian and former attorney, often called the “Ayatollah of Comedy” for his philosophical, spiritually grounded humor on faith and society.

Alex Edelman is a Modern Orthodox Jewish comedian from Boston, whose stand-up draws from his religious upbringing and cultural clashes, bringing clever, relatable insight to the stage.

Tez Ilyas is a British Pakistani Muslim comedian known for his witty, high-energy performances that challenge cultural assumptions and proudly highlight South Asian identity.

Nabil Abdulrashid is a Nigerian-British Muslim stand-up comic whose fearless, socially conscious humor tackles race, faith, and the immigrant experience in modern Britain.

Seth Rogen is a Canadian Jewish comedian, actor, and writer known for his offbeat humor, heartfelt screenwriting, and occasionally self-deprecating takes on Jewish identity.

Larry David is the co-creator of Seinfeld and star of Curb Your Enthusiasm, a comedic icon whose Jewish neuroticism has become a signature lens through which he critiques modern absurdities.

Ali Siddiq is a Houston-based African-American Muslim comedian known for his compelling storytelling, shaped by personal experiences with incarceration and spiritual awakening.

Sacha Baron Cohen is a British Jewish satirist and actor renowned for using bold characters like Borat to expose societal prejudices and provoke conversation through controversial humor.

Andy Samberg is a Jewish-American comedian, actor, and musician whose surreal, absurdist humor with The Lonely Island brought a new voice to modern comedy.

Maysoon Zayid is a Palestinian-American comedian, actress, and disability rights advocate whose stand-up blends sharp wit with personal storytelling and social justice themes.

Rabbi Sharon Brous is a leading American rabbi and spiritual thought leader known for her work on interfaith dialogue, justice, and redefining the role of religion in public life.

Ali Siddiq is a stand-up comedian whose transformation from incarceration to inspiration fuels his powerful, often spiritual storytelling infused with raw honesty and resilience.

Stephen Colbert is a Catholic American comedian and host of The Late Show, known for his mix of satire, sincerity, and deeply held spiritual convictions.

Lilly Singh is a Canadian-Indian comedian and former late-night host, known for her quick wit, inclusive messaging, and ability to blend cultural commentary with entertainment.

W. Kamau Bell is an African-American comedian and sociopolitical commentator, best known for CNN’s United Shades of America, where he explores race, identity, and inclusion.

Trevor Noah is a South African comedian and former host of The Daily Show, celebrated for his global perspective, bi-cultural background, and ability to use humor as a tool for unity.