Matt Friend is a 27-year-old comedian, actor, host, and impressionist whose wit, work ethic, and wildly
accurate impressions have made him one of entertainment’s most excitng breakout voices. Equal parts
charm and precision, he brings an old-school reverence for showbiz with a sharp, contemporary edge.
A graduate of NYU’s Gallatin School, Matt fell in love with comedy at the age of four, after watching
Austn Powers and imitatng the characters. That early obsession blossomed into a career spanning
millions of fans across the globe, where he has amassed over 4 million followers through his instantly
recognizable impressions and cultural takes.
His meteoric rise has taken him from viral sensation to an in-demand presence across television, live
events, and red carpets. He’s appeared on The Drew Barrymore Show, The Howard Stern Show, Good
Morning America, Sherri, MSNBC, CNN, The Today Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and more. His 250+ voice
arsenal includes names like Rami Malek, Timothee Chalamet, Paul Giamatti, Howard Stern, Austn Butler,
Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and more.
In 2024, Matt hosted the NHL Awards, which brought in record-breaking ratngs for the league .
Additionally, he delivered a surprise performance for President Joe Biden at the White House
Correspondents Dinner. In 2025, Matt was named to People’s Sexiest Man Alive list.
As a host, presenter, and live personality, Matt has become a must-have across the biggest cultural
events like Wimbledon, the US Open, Milan Fashion Week, the Golden Globes, the Emmys, the SAG
Awards, the Palm Springs International Film Festival, F1, and more. In March 2026, he will join ABC and
Live with Kelly & Mark as their official red carpet host at the Oscars.
On stage, he continues to tour internationally with his stand-up comedy, selling out shows across the
globe, and earning praise from icons like Jamie Foxx, Jeff Goldblum, Howard Stern, Barack Obama
himself, and more. He’s also lent his voice talents to The Simpsons and Family Guy, expanding his reach
into animation, and he recently wrapped production on his first feature film role.
Matt is a student of the craft, with a deep passion for comedy, politics, pop culture, and performance.
And whether he’s on stage, on camera, or on your For You page, one thing is certain: Matt Friend isn’t
just one to watch. He’s the one doing the watching, listening, and perfectly imitating… with a wink.