Lucas Zelnick is a stand-up comedian based in New York City, known for his punch-heavy material that often challenges his privileged upbringing. After earning an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, Zelnick pivoted to comedy and has quickly gained recognition. He has appeared in major events like SF Sketchfest and the New York Comedy Festival, and his stand-up has been featured on Comedy Central and in feature films. Zelnick has become particularly popular online, where his stand-up and crowd work clips have exploded, accumulating over 500 million views and one million followers across platforms like Instagram and TikTok. He is also the co-host of the podcast Can I Go Home Now and continues to tour and headline comedy clubs nationally.