Julia Shiplett

Julia Shiplett is a New York-based writer, comedian, actress, and performer known for her observational comedy and personal storytelling. Shiplett has performed across the United States and has been named one of Comedy Central's Up Next comedians, a TBS Comic To Watch, and a Vulture Comedian You Should Know. She has appeared at the Brooklyn Comedy Festival and the Chicago Women's Funny Festival, and was an NBC Standup for Diversity semifinalist as well as a competitor in a Moth GrandSLAM.

Shiplett's television and film credits include appearances on HBO's "High Maintenance," HBO Max's "Love Life," and HBO's "Crashing." She portrays Mimi in the Amazon Prime series "Overcompensating" and has roles in films such as "Happiness for Beginners" and "Turn Me On." Her work spans both comedic and dramatic roles across various platforms.

As a writer, Shiplett has contributed to television and print. Her television writing includes the Comedy Central talk show "Doing The Most with Phoebe Robinson" and the HBO Max animated series "10-Year-Old Tom." Her published work appears in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and McSweeney's, reflecting her range in both comedic and literary writing.

Shiplett co-produces Side Ponytail, a weekly comedy show in Brooklyn. Her comedy often draws on everyday experiences, blending humor with insight. With a portfolio that includes stand-up, television, film, and literary writing, Shiplett is recognized as a multifaceted voice in contemporary comedy.