Brett Goldstein Brings the Laughs to HBO with His Stand-Up Debut in “The Second Best Night of Your Life”
Brett Goldstein, best known for his role as Roy Kent on “Ted Lasso“, is making his stand-up debut with “The Second Best Night of Your Life”, an HBO special set to air in April. This milestone is a treat for fans who’ve followed his journey from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe to the small screen.
Goldstein’s comedy career began over a decade ago, but this special marks the first time he’s captured his stand-up style. Known for his dark, witty humor, his upcoming show promises to dive into themes of relationships and sexuality, mixing personal stories with his signature humor.
Brett Goldstein: “The Second Best Night of Your Life”
Before the special, Goldstein toured with “The Second Best Night of Your Life”, refining his material at festivals like Netflix’s Is a Joke festival. The special is executive produced by Matthew Vaughn, Molly Mandel, and Jeff Tomsic, and was filmed in Englewood, New Jersey, where Goldstein is also working on a romantic comedy with Jennifer Lopez.
Brett Goldstein: A Look at His Prolific Career
Brett Goldstein has quickly become one of Hollywood’s most versatile talents, known for his Emmy-winning role as Roy Kent in Ted Lasso, which earned him two Emmy Awards. Beyond Lasso, Goldstein is co-creating and starring in the dramedy, “Shrinking” alongside Jason Segel and Bill Lawrence, streaming on Apple TV+. He’s also starring in the movie “All of You” for the streaming platform. Now, Goldstein is taking his comedy to the stage with his first stand-up special, “The Second Best Night of Your Life”, airing on HBO. “I’m so excited to do my first special, not on TV but on HBf**kingO!” Goldstein said in a brief yet enthusiastic statement.
Goldstein’s blend of sharp wit and introspective storytelling sets him apart in comedy. HBO, known for its quality content, is backing this special to introduce his unique comedic voice to a broader audience. As Goldstein continues to thrive in both stand-up and TV, including co-creating the upcoming dramedy Shrinking, his future looks bright. “The Second Best Night of Your Life” marks just the beginning of an exciting new chapter in his career.
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