Yannis Pappas is an American comedian, writer, and actor. He was born on June 24, 1981, in Brooklyn, New York. Pappas is known for his stand-up comedy, as well as his work in sketch comedy, web series, and television.
Pappas began his career in comedy in the early 2000s, performing stand-up in New York City clubs. He later gained wider recognition for his work in the web series “Maurica,” in which he played a stereotypical Staten Island girl named Maurica. The series went viral and helped launch Pappas’ career in comedy.
Pappas has appeared on several television shows, including “The Pete Holmes Show,” “Broad City,” and “The Jim Gaffigan Show.” He has also released a comedy album, “Let Me Be Yannis,” and hosted a podcast called “History Hyenas,” which explores historical events and figures in a comedic way.
Pappas is known for his irreverent and politically incorrect humor, and his comedy often touches on issues of race, culture, and identity. He has been praised for his ability to use humor to address serious topics in a thought-provoking way.
In addition to his work in comedy, Pappas has acted in several films, including “The Happytime Murders” and “The Cleaning Lady.” He continues to tour and perform stand-up comedy shows across the United States.
