Eugene Mirman

Eugene Mirman is a Russian-American comedian, actor, and writer best known for his unique brand of absurdist and satirical comedy. He gained widespread recognition for voicing the character Gene Belcher on the popular animated TV show "Bob's Burgers."

Born in the Soviet Union and raised in Massachusetts, Mirman started his comedy career in the Boston stand-up scene before moving to New York City, where he became a fixture in the alternative comedy world. His comedy style is known for its quirky and offbeat humor, often blending surreal observations with playful absurdity. He has released several comedy albums, including "God Is a Twelve-Year-Old Boy With Asperger’s" and "I’m Sorry (You’re Welcome)," showcasing his inventive comedic voice.

In addition to "Bob's Burgers," Mirman has appeared in various other significant TV shows including "Flight of the Conchords," "Aqua Teen Hunger Force," "Home Movies," "Archer," "@Midnight," "Inside Amy Schumer," "Late Night With Conan O'Brien," "Russell Howard's Good News," "Late Night with Seth Myers," "Broad City," and "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver." He portrayed Yvgeny Mirminsky on Adult Swim’s "Delocated" and co-hosts "Star Talk" with Neil deGrasse Tyson. Mirman also hosts the audio series "Hold On with Eugene Mirman" for Audible. His comedy special "Eugene Mirman: An Evening of Comedy in a Fake Underground Laboratory" aired on Comedy Central in 2012, and his most recent comedy special, "Vegan on His Way to the Complain Store," premiered on Netflix in 2015.

Mirman's contributions to comedy have been widely recognized. He was named Best New York City Comedian by the Village Voice, one of “50 Funniest” by Time Out New York, and one of the 10 best comedians of the last decade by Paste Magazine. Additionally, he co-founded Pretty Good Friends and the Eugene Mirman Comedy Festival, which has become a yearly institution in Brooklyn and beyond. He maintains an active presence on social media with over 415,000 followers, reflecting his significant impact and continuing relevance in the comedy industry.