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Josh Thomas

Creates smart, tender comedy that’s awkward, hilarious and deeply relatable

Josh Thomas is a writer, actor, and comedian with a gift for turning quiet personal chaos into razor-sharp storytelling.

After a successful early career in stand-up and TV panel shows, he created, co-wrote, and starred in the hit series Please Like Me, a show so tender and funny it launched an entire US television network.

With accolades from AACTA, the Logies, and global critics, it became an international cult favourite.

Now based in LA, Josh’s second series Everything’s Gonna Be Okay found fans across Freeform, STAN and Hulu.

In between writing shows, he’s back on stage with his new stand-up hour Whoopsie Daisy.

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Key Points for Josh Thomas

Josh Thomas wrote, starred in and co-produced Please Like Me, the award-winning comedy series hailed by Time, The A.V. Club and The New Yorker as one of the best shows of the year.
From Netflix to Hulu to Freeform, Josh’s work has earned global attention, with nominations from the Emmys, Logies, AACTA, GLAAD and more.
Whether writing for screen or performing live, Josh’s comedy is known for blending warmth, wit and unfiltered emotional honesty.
After six years away from stand-up, Josh’s return with Whoopsie Daisy proves his ability to connect with audiences remains as sharp, funny and heartfelt as ever.

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Testimonials for Josh Thomas

Disarmingly relatable.
The Guardian

Both Funny and naughty.
Weekend Notes

Gently within this over share is also a love story that truly might touch your heart.
Sydney Arts Guide

The comedy festival’s most junior player is also one of it’s best… fiercely funny
The Age

Energetic and original with a quirky sense of timing … Josh left the audience in tatters
The Courier Mail

The future of Australian comedy
Time Off Magazine

The most successful is Josh Thomas… he’s a standout
The Pun