Jon Rudnitsky: Bio, Comedy Style, and Where to Watch

Who is Jon Rudnitsky?

Jon Rudnitsky was born and raised in suburban New Jersey and has built his career as a stand-up comedian, actor, and writer in New York City. He is a regular performer at the world-famous Comedy Cellar in Manhattan, where he has earned his reputation as one of the most consistent voices in New York comedy.

A major milestone came when Jon became the only new cast member hired for Season 41 of Saturday Night Live, where he honed his sketch writing and performance skills. Beyond SNL, his acting credits span major projects: he portrayed Young Larry on the latest season of HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm, appeared opposite Reese Witherspoon in Nancy Meyers’ film Home Again, worked with George Clooney in the Hulu miniseries Catch-22, and starred in the Netflix films Set It Up (with Zoey Deutch and Glen Powell) and The Big Leap on Fox. On the stand-up side, he’s performed on CONAN and Comedy Central’s The Comedy Jam, where he notably performed “Footloose” with Kenny Loggins.

Jon Rudnitsky’s Comedy Style

Jon’s comedy is grounded in observation and character work. His stand-up has a conversational quality—he’s the kind of comedian who can find absurdity in everyday moments and build bits that grow with increasing specificity and emotional honesty. His time at SNL sharpened his sketch sensibility, which carries into his stand-up with comedic timing that feels both immediate and carefully constructed.

What makes Jon stand out as a performer is his versatility. He moves seamlessly between intimate Comedy Cellar sets and larger theatrical venues, adjusting his energy while maintaining his voice. His material often touches on relationships, growing up, and the peculiar experience of being a working actor-comedian in New York City.

What Fans and Fellow Comedians Say

Jon has earned respect across the New York comedy scene as a hardworking, thoughtful performer who takes his craft seriously. His steady presence at the Comedy Cellar and his major television appearances have made him a recognizable name among comedy enthusiasts, with audiences drawn to his ability to balance absurdist humor with real emotional stakes.

Where to Find Jon Rudnitsky

Follow Jon on Instagram at @jonrudnitsky (88K followers) for tour dates and updates. Check his social profiles for current tour information.

Catch Jon Rudnitsky’s sets on Mint Comedy at watch.mintcomedy.com, where he performs regularly from the Comedy Cellar in New York City.