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Matt Rogers (comedian)

Matt Rogers is an American comedian, actor, writer, podcaster, television host, and recording artist. He's primarily known for co-hosting the popular culture podcast 'Las Culturistas' with Bowen Yang since 2016. His work spans various entertainment platforms, establishing him as a prominent figure in comedy and pop culture commentary.


March 5, 1990: Matt Rogers' Birth

On March 5, 1990, Matt Rogers was born. He is an American comedian, actor, writer, podcaster, television host, and recording artist.

2009: Studies at UCB and meets Bowen Yang

In 2009, Matt Rogers started studying at the Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB). It was also while at NYU that Rogers first met Bowen Yang.

2011: Internship on Teen Mom 2

In 2011, Rogers worked as an intern on the set of Teen Mom 2.

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2016: Co-hosting Las Culturistas

In 2016, Matt Rogers began co-hosting the pop culture podcast Las Culturistas with Bowen Yang.

2016: Recognized as a Comic to Watch

In 2016, Rogers was recognized as a "Comic to Watch" by Comedy Central.

2019: Move to Los Angeles

As of 2019, Matt Rogers moved to Los Angeles after living in Brooklyn for an extended period. He has since described himself as bicoastal.

October 2020: Quibi Closed

In October 2020, Quibi closed before the second season of Gayme Show, which Rogers co-hosted with Dave Mizzoni, could be produced.

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2021: Starring Role on I Love That for You and Supporting Role in Fire Island

In 2021, it was announced that Rogers would have a starring role on the comedy series I Love That for You, in addition to a supporting role in the film Fire Island, a gay retelling of Pride and Prejudice.

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2021: Voices Twink on Q-Force

Since 2021, Matt Rogers has voiced the character of Twink on the Netflix comedy Q-Force, on which he also serves as a writer.

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December 2022: Release of Musical Comedy Special

In December 2022, Matt Rogers released his musical comedy special, Have You Heard of Christmas? on Showtime.

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November 2023: Release of Have You Heard of Christmas? album

In November 2023, Matt Rogers released his debut album, Have You Heard of Christmas? under Capitol Records.