Comedy today is dominated by a diverse and dynamic wave of women—across all styles and perspectives. From sold-out tours to staring in comedy specials on streaming platforms, women in comedy are taking the lead in an industry that’s historically been dominated by men.
Today’s comedy scene features powerhouse names like Nikki Glaser, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Sarah Silverman, Tiffany Haddish, Ali Wong, Leanne Morgan, and Taylor Tomlinson, among many others.
To celebrate the incredible women making audiences laugh nationwide, Vivid Seats analyzed ticket sales data from 2024 to present day to determine the most popular comedian in each state. Read on to find out who’s dominating the comedy scene in your home state and where you can catch them on tour this year!
1. Nikki Glaser
When it comes to dominating the comedy scene, Nikki Glaser takes the crown, topping the list in 24 states. Nikki Glaser is in the midst of another banner year, selling out venues across the country on her Alive and Unwell Tour. Whether she’s roasting celebrities or hosting an awards show, she continues to cement herself as one of the most in-demand stand-ups today. With a hit podcast and a thriving touring career, Nikki Glaser isn’t just popular nationwide—she’s a household name.
2. Leanne Morgan
Leanne Morgan discovered her passion for stand-up comedy later in life, but she’s wasted no time becoming one of the most beloved comedians in the country. Hailing from rural Tennessee, Leanne Morgan has quickly won over audiences in 17 states. Now, in 2025, she’s taking her talent to the next level with her Just Getting Started Tour, where fans can expect Leanne Morgan to share stories of her life, family and experiences with her fans—or as she calls them, her best friends.
3. Chelsea Handler
Chelsea Handler’s sharp wit has made her a household name, and in 2025, she continues to command the stage as the most popular comedian in three states. Known for her unfiltered opinions, Chelsea Handler has built a loyal fanbase that spans the country. Whether through her stand-up specials, best-selling books, or hit podcast, she remains a dominant force in comedy.
4. Anjelah Johnson-Reyes
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes first gained widespread recognition when one of her stand-up bits went viral on YouTube over a decade ago. She continues to dominate the comedy scene, holding the title of the most popular comedian in three states, tied with Chelsea Handler. Fans can catch her on The Family Reunion Tour, a massive global run spanning over 150 shows in major theaters throughout 2025 and 2026.
5. Wanda Sykes
A 1987 talent show in Washington, D.C., set Wanda Sykes on an unexpected path, prompting her to leave her career as a National Security Agency officer and pursue comedy full-time. Since then, she has become one of the most celebrated comedians of her generation. Her distinctive voice has brought life to beloved animated films and TV shows like Ice Age: Collision Course, Rio and more. Wanda Sykes continues to balance acting, writing, and producing while making time for stand-up. In 2025, she’s hitting the road once again with her highly anticipated Please & Thank You Tour.
6. Taylor Tomlinson
Taylor Tomlinson is the it-girl of the comedy stand-up scene. As the host of After Midnight, a late-night game show, she joins the ranks of a few women hosts in recent late-night television history. While some may see her rise as meteoric—given that her first Netflix special, Taylor Tomlinson: Quarter Life Crisis, debuted in 2020—her success is anything but overnight. Fans can catch Taylor Tomlinson on the second leg of her Save Me Tour, set to take her across the U.S. through this spring.
7. Tiffany Haddish
Tiffany Haddish is a comedic powerhouse who continues to dominate both the stand-up stage and Hollywood. Her star has skyrocketed over the years, with standout roles in everything from It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia to the blockbuster hit Girls Trip. She made history as the first Black women comic to host Saturday Night Live. Tiffany Haddish, one of today’s most in-demand comedians, is bringing her humor to audiences nationwide on her Funny & Fearless Tour in 2025 and 2026.
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