Ronny Chieng is a Chinese comedian and actor born in Malaysia, but raised in New Hampshire and Singapore, making him a global citizen with a unique perspective. He began his stand-up comedy career in 2009, after graduating from The University of Melbourne, Australia with a dual degree in Law and Commerce. His impressive act caught the attention of the esteemed Montreal Just for Laughs Comedy Festival, where he performed multiple times between 2012 and 2016, showcasing his exceptional talent to comedians and talent scouts alike.
These industry professionals were so impressed with Ronny's work that they helped him launch sold-out stand-up tours in Australia, Hong Kong, and Canada. His big break came when Trevor Noah, a renowned comedian, noticed his work at the JFL Festival and hired him as a correspondent for Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show' in 2015. Back in Australia, Ronny co-created and starred in the popular sit-com 'Ronny Chieng: International Student', which was based on his law school experiences and aired in the US on Comedy Central.
Ronny's impressive career continued to soar when he was named one of Variety's 10 Comics to Watch in 2016. He then landed a starring role in the blockbuster Warner Bros. film 'Crazy Rich Asians' in 2018. More recently, Ronny appeared in the Amazon film 'Bliss' opposite Owen Wilson and Salma Hayek, as well as Warner Bros.'s 'Godzilla v. Kong'. His stand-up comedy has been televised on four Australian specials and NBC's 'Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon', cementing his status as a household name.
Ronny's latest achievement is the release of his first Netflix Special, 'Ronny Chieng: Asian Comedian Destroys America!', which showcases his unique brand of humor and wit. With his impressive career spanning multiple continents and industries, Ronny Chieng is undoubtedly one of the most talented and versatile comedians of his generation.
