Whitmer Thomas
Personal details
  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1989-05-03
    • Born Place: Gulf Shores, Alabama, USA

Whitmer Thomas

Whitmer Thomas is an American comedian, actor, and musician known for his unique blend of stand-up comedy, personal storytelling, and original music. Born and raised in Gulf Shores, Alabama, his Southern roots and upbringing often feature prominently in his material, which frequently delves into autobiographical anecdotes, sometimes exploring sensitive topics like family struggles and loss with a distinctive blend of humor and vulnerability.Thomas gained significant recognition for his 2020 HBO comedy special, "The Golden One," which was produced by Bo Burnham and A24. This special, along with its accompanying album "Songs from the Golden One," showcased his signature style of interweaving jokes with melancholic and often absurd songs, creating a deeply personal and emotionally resonant comedic experience. He followed this with another album, "The Older I Get The Funnier I Was," in 2022.Beyond his stand-up and musical endeavors, Whitmer Thomas has an active career in acting. He is known for his voice work in the FXX animated comedy "Stone Quackers" (which he also co-created and co-wrote, based on his and childhood friend Clay Tatum's lives). His acting credits also include roles in live-action television series such as "The Walking Dead," "GLOW," "The Good Place," "The Bear" (Season 2), and "I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson" (Season 3). In film, he has appeared in "Sword of Trust," "The Civil Dead" (which he co-wrote and co-starred in), and the 2024 film "Friendship." Thomas is also a part of the LA-based comedy troupe Power Violence and continues to perform live comedy and music.