Andy Gross

Andy Gross is an American entertainer known for his work as a comedian, ventriloquist, magician, and illusionist. Gross began his career as a professional racquetball player, becoming the youngest professional in the sport's history at age 15 and winning more professional tournaments in Southern California than any other player. Alongside his brother David, he claimed over 60 first-place doubles tournaments before retiring from the pro tour at age 26 to pursue a full-time career in entertainment.

Gross's interest in ventriloquism was inspired by the film "Magic," which led to a lifelong passion and the foundation of his entertainment career. He tours the United States with the "MindBoggling Variety Show," a production that blends comedy, magic, ventriloquism, and large-scale stage illusions. Notable characters in his act include Steve, The Customer Service Guy, a puppet who provides comedic computer repair support. Gross is recognized for his improvisational skills during stand-up performances, with his voice-throwing abilities drawing comparisons to Senor Wences.

Gross performs over 150 shows annually at comedy clubs, Las Vegas venues, cruise ships, Fortune 500 corporate events, colleges, and performing arts theaters. He gained widespread attention with his viral "Split Man" illusion video, which has garnered over 1 billion views and contributed to his following of more than 1 million across social media platforms. His special, "Andy Gross: Are You Kidding Me?" is available on Amazon Prime Video. Gross has appeared on The Ellen Show, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and CNN, and his ventriloquism has been featured in television series such as "Beverly Hills, 90210," "Las Vegas," and the web series "After Judgment." Gross continues to engage audiences with his combination of comedy, magic, and ventriloquism in live entertainment.