Alex Hooper

Alex Hooper is a stand-up comedian, actor, and professional roaster known for blending dark humor with playful positivity. Hooper developed his comedic style performing at open mics and became a regular on prominent Los Angeles shows such as The Meltdown, Roast Battle, and Put Your Hands Together. He has headlined comedy clubs internationally, performing for audiences ranging from small gatherings to large venues.

Hooper gained national recognition through his appearances on NBC's "America's Got Talent," where he became known for roasting the judging panel. He is the only contestant to receive a yes from Simon Cowell and a no from the other judges, and his audition went viral, leading to an invitation to the live shows. Hooper is also the first act to receive four buzzers in a previous season's audition and later advance to the live shows. His performances have accumulated millions of views online.

In addition to his television appearances, Hooper has performed on Comedy Central's "Roast Battle 2" and "Corporate," Fox's "New Girl," TVLand, and Nickelodeon. He created CRAVE, a comedy and dance party experience recognized by LA Weekly, The LA Times, and Thrillist. His debut comedy album, "Hugs. Drugs. Pugs.," reached the top of Amazon and iTunes comedy charts. Hooper has been recognized by Funny Or Die and Good Deed Seats for his contributions to stand-up comedy.

Hooper addresses personal adversity in his work, including his diagnosis with Stage 3 Hodgkin's lymphoma and experiences with chemotherapy, sepsis, surgeries, and hospitalization. His hour-long comedy special, "Brace Yourself," explores these themes with honesty and humor. Hooper has stated that performing allows him to connect deeply with audiences, especially when addressing challenging topics.

Beyond stand-up, Hooper hosts the podcast "Achilles' Heel," where he interviews creative individuals about overcoming adversity, discussing topics such as social anxiety, self-loathing, student loans, and addiction. Through his work in stand-up comedy, television, and podcasting, Hooper demonstrates the power of comedy to address difficult experiences and foster connection.