Anthony Jeselnik was born on December 22, 1978 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was raised in Upper St. Clair by his parents, Stephanie and Anthony. From a young age, Jeselnik showed an interest in literature and writing, which would later influence his comedic style.
Jeselnik attended Tulane University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in English literature with a business minor in 2001. Originally, he had aspirations of becoming a novelist, but his career path took a different turn when he discovered his talent for stand-up comedy.
After graduating from Tulane, Jeselnik moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in comedy. He started performing at open mic nights around the city while working at Borders. His dark sense of humor quickly caught the attention of audiences and he began to make a name for himself in the comedy scene.
Jeselnik's big break came when he was hired as a staff writer for Jimmy Fallon's Late Night show during its first season. However, Jeselnik soon realized that his brand of humor didn't align with the light tone of the show, so he made the decision to leave and focus on his stand-up career.
Jeselnik gained widespread recognition for his appearances on the Comedy Central Roasts of Charlie Sheen, Donald Trump, and Roseanne Barr. His dark and edgy humor resonated with audiences, and he quickly became known for his fearless approach to comedy.
Aside from his successful career in comedy, Jeselnik has also made headlines for his personal life. He famously dated fellow comedian Amy Schumer, though the relationship eventually ended. Jeselnik remains private about his personal life, choosing to focus on his work instead.
Today, Jeselnik continues to perform stand-up comedy and has released several successful comedy specials. He also hosted Comedy Central's The Jeselnik Offensive, where he showcased his unique style of humor. Jeselnik's comedic talent and sharp wit have solidified his place as one of the most daring and original comedians working today.
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