Brent Terhune

Brent Terhune began his comedy career at the age of 16, performing stand-up in high school and later studying radio. Early in his career, he focused on relatable material based on his experiences, including life as a Catholic school student in Indiana. This foundation in performance, including improv training from Comedy Sports, prepared him for a career in entertainment. His mother was a significant influence and supporter, often promoting his work by distributing business cards. Terhune transitioned to full-time comedy around 2012, initially while living with his mother, a situation that provided both support and material for his act.

A significant turning point in Terhune’s career came with his satirical online videos. He gained widespread recognition, particularly after his viral video related to the Colin Kaepernick situation, which he considers his “big online break.” These videos feature a character, also named Brent Terhune, who articulates right-wing grievances, often leading to varied audience interpretations due to the character’s commitment and realistic portrayal. This character work, inspired by observations of online rants, has generated over 65 million views, establishing his presence as a social media comedian while also maintaining a distinct style for his live stand-up performances.

His career also includes being named one of Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch in 2020. Terhune maintains a rigorous touring schedule, performing approximately 47 weeks a year. In addition to stand-up, he hosts the podcast “Field Trip” and creates daily topical jokes for the nationally syndicated “Bob & Tom Show.” Despite living in Indiana to support his mother, he has leveraged the internet to connect with a broad audience, circumventing the traditional need to reside in major comedy hubs like New York or Los Angeles. He has also developed a horror movie podcast called “They’re Coming to Get You.”