Meg Stalter

Megan Stalter is a comedian, actress, and singer known for her character-driven comedy and presence in the alt-comedy scene. Stalter began her career in live performance, moving to Chicago and working as a nanny to pay for improv classes at theaters including Second City, the Annoyance, and iO. Her early years were marked by persistence and a commitment to developing her comedic style, which helped her stand out in the competitive comedy industry.

Stalter gained national attention through social media, producing front-facing character videos and performing longform improv on Instagram Live. Her content attracted millions of views and engagement from notable figures in the entertainment industry. New York Magazine named Stalter among the comedians to watch, and The New York Times highlighted her as a rising star in sketch comedy. Her online characters, often portraying Hollywood assistants with misplaced confidence, became widely recognized in digital comedy circles.

Stalter's online success led to opportunities in television, including a breakout role as Kayla Schaefer on HBO Max's "Hacks." Her performance contributed to the show's nomination for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series at the Screen Actors Guild Awards. Stalter also hosts the webseries "The Megan Stalter Show" and the Forever Dog podcast "Confronting Demons with Megan Stalter." Her work in television and digital media has established her as a prominent figure in contemporary comedy.

Stalter secured her first leading television role as Jessica in Netflix's "Too Much," created by Lena Dunham, further expanding her profile in scripted comedy. She has appeared in films such as "Problemista," "Cora Bora," "Please Don't Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain," and "Sometimes I Think About Dying." In addition to her acting and comedy work, Stalter released the single "Prettiest Girl In America" and announced the album Crave, showcasing her versatility as a performer. She made her Broadway debut in "Oh, Mary!".

Stalter's contributions have been recognized within the LGBTQ+ community and by critics. She received the Breakthrough Performance – Television award at the Critics Choice Awards Celebration of LGBTQ+ Cinema & Television and the Vanguard Award at the Queerties Awards, presented by Queerty. Stalter continues to influence the comedy landscape through her work on screen, online, and in music, using her platform to foster representation and connection within the LGBTQ+ community.