Terry Thomas Jr.: Bio, Comedy Style, and Where to Watch

Who is Terry Thomas Jr.?

Terry Thomas Jr. is originally from Bessemer, Alabama, and began his comedy career in 2010 at an open mic night at the Stardome Comedy Club in Birmingham — a venue he has since headlined. He describes the origin of his stage persona as “Terry Tee the Comedian.” He relocated to Brooklyn, New York, where he now resides and performs regularly across the New York circuit.

He has appeared on multiple episodes of truTV’s Impractical Jokers. He was a standout in the 2016 LA Comedy Festival via Sirius XM. He performs regularly at The Stand, New York Comedy Club, and across the country. His comedy is described as hysterical and infatuating while remaining relatable — a combination that makes him a consistent audience favorite in both showcase and headlining formats.

Terry Thomas Jr.’s Comedy Style

Thomas is an energetic, likable comedian whose material reflects his Alabama roots and his New York present — the tension between where you come from and where you’ve landed is a reliable engine for observational comedy. His breakout moment at the Stardome and his subsequent move to Brooklyn trace a trajectory that many Southern comedians have followed into the New York scene, and his Cellar appearances suggest he’s made the transition stick.

Where to Find Terry Thomas Jr.

Follow on Instagram @terrythomasjrcomedy for upcoming show dates.

Terry Thomas Jr. has performed at the Comedy Cellar in New York City’s Greenwich Village. Check the current lineup and upcoming shows at comedycellar.com.

Catch Comedy Cellar shows live from New York on Mint Comedy at watch.mintcomedy.com.