Hi, my name Jonathan van Halem. I’m a stand-up comedian based in Brooklyn, NY. I currently work at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

A little bit about me - I host a great stand up show at Littlefield/Union Hall called Hot Gossip. It frequently sells out, and I’m very proud of that. I’ve performed on some of New York’s best showcases, like 50 First Jokes and Newcomers at the Bell House, and One Liner Madness.

I have a bunch of PowerPoints that have done well online, like my set on the live show for Depths of Wikipedia, and my Top Straightest Moments of 2022. My rant against AMC A-List was named one of Vulture’s Best Comedy Shorts of June 2024. I also made this fun, semi-viral video about Chappell Roan.

Writing-wise, I did a trial run as a Clickhole contributor in 2023, in which I sold exactly one headline, but shortlisted 17 others (email me and I’ll show ya). I’ve also been in McSweeneys once.

When I’m not doing comedy, I’m patiently waiting for the New York Mets to win the World Series. My favorite Family Guy character is Stewie.