Quick Facts
- Full Name: Daniel Simonsen
- Born: Bergen, Norway
- Nationality: Norwegian
- Known For: Stand-up comedy, winning “”New York’s Funniest”” at the New York Comedy Festival, and his deadpan delivery.
Early Life
Daniel Simonsen is a Norwegian comedian from Bergen. He began his comedy career in 2004 in Norway before moving to London to further pursue his craft. He has since relocated to New York City, where he has become a regular in the comedy scene.
Career Highlights
- Stand-up Comedy: Simonsen is the winner of “”New York’s Funniest”” at the 2022 New York Comedy Festival. He has performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe since 2009 and won the Foster’s Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Newcomer in 2012.
- Television: He has appeared on “”The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”” and “”Late Night with Seth Meyers”” in the US, and on “”Russell Howard’s Good News”” in the UK. He also has a recurring role in the BBC sitcom “”House of Fools.””
- Tours: He has supported Simon Amstell on his UK tours.
Comedy Style
Daniel Simonsen is known for his sharp, awkwardly charming humor and his deadpan delivery. He brings a unique European sensibility to the American comedy scene, and his material often explores the absurdities of everyday life. He is a gifted writer and performer, and his shows are both hilarious and thought-provoking.
Notable Achievements
- Winner of “”New York’s Funniest”” at the 2022 New York Comedy Festival.
- Winner of the Foster’s Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Newcomer in 2012.
- Recurring role on the BBC sitcom “”House of Fools.””
Personal Life
Daniel Simonsen is based in New York City and is a regular at various comedy venues, including the Knitting Factory, the UCB Theatre, and The Creek and the Cave. He is active on social media, with a presence on Instagram (@danielsimonsencomic) and Twitter (@Daniel_Simonsen).
