Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Sebastian Maniscalco

How Sebastian Maniscalco built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Sebastian Maniscalco is a successful American stand-up comedian and actor known for his observational humor and energetic stage presence. He has released six stand-up comedy specials, achieving widespread popularity. In addition to his comedy career, Maniscalco has transitioned into acting, securing supporting roles in acclaimed films like Green Book and The Irishman, where he portrayed mobster Joe Gallo. He also starred in the movie About My Father alongside Robert De Niro and has voiced characters in animated films such as The Super Mario Bros. Movie and IF. Maniscalco's career spans both stand-up and acting, solidifying his presence in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1998: Move to Los Angeles and Performance at Open Mics

In 1998, Sebastian Maniscalco moved to Los Angeles and began performing at open mics in bars and bowling alleys while working as a waiter.

2005: Regular Performances at The Comedy Store

In 2005, Sebastian Maniscalco began performing regularly at The Comedy Store in West Hollywood, California.

2005: End of Waiter Job at Four Seasons Hotel

Sebastian Maniscalco ended his job as a waiter at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California in 2005, after working there since 1998.

June 2, 2009: Release of Sebastian Live

On June 2, 2009, Sebastian Maniscalco released his first comedy special, Sebastian Live.

January 5, 2012: Release of What's Wrong with People?

On January 5, 2012, Sebastian Maniscalco released his comedy special What's Wrong with People? on Showtime.

November 14, 2014: Release of Aren't You Embarrassed?

On November 14, 2014, Sebastian Maniscalco released his comedy special Aren't You Embarrassed?, taped in Chicago, on Showtime.

2016: Appearance on Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee

In 2016, Sebastian Maniscalco appeared on the seventh season of Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.

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2016: Release of Why Would You Do That?

In 2016, Sebastian Maniscalco released his comedy special Why Would You Do That?, taped in New York City, on Showtime.

January 2017: Show on Sirius XM

As of January 2017, Sebastian Maniscalco and Pete Correale have a show on Sirius XM satellite radio's Raw Dog Comedy channel 99.

2017: Feature Film Debut in The House

In 2017, Sebastian Maniscalco made his feature film debut in The House.

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February 27, 2018: Publication of Stay Hungry Memoir

On February 27, 2018, Sebastian Maniscalco published his memoir Stay Hungry.

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2018: Appearance in Green Book

In 2018, Sebastian Maniscalco had a supporting acting role in the film Green Book.

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January 15, 2019: Release of Stay Hungry Netflix Special

On January 15, 2019, a Netflix special also titled Stay Hungry was released.

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November 2019: Appearance in The Irishman

In November 2019, Sebastian Maniscalco appeared in Martin Scorsese's The Irishman playing "Crazy" Joe Gallo alongside Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and Al Pacino.

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December 2, 2019: Publication of Behind the Irishman Podcast

On December 2, 2019, Sebastian Maniscalco hosted the three-part companion podcast for the film The Irishman, titled Behind the Irishman.

2019: Role as Joe Gallo in The Irishman

In 2019, Sebastian Maniscalco played mobster Joe Gallo in the film The Irishman.

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June 2021: Announcement of Hosting Reality TV Show

In June 2021, it was announced that Sebastian Maniscalco will host a reality television show titled Well Done With Sebastian Maniscalco.

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August 12, 2021: Premiere of Well Done With Sebastian Maniscalco

On August 12, 2021, Well Done With Sebastian Maniscalco premiered on Discovery+.

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August 2021: Announcement of Role in The Super Mario Bros. Movie

In August 2021, Sebastian Maniscalco announced he was cast in Illumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie, playing Spike.

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November 16, 2021: Premiere of Second Season of Well Done With Sebastian Maniscalco

On November 16, 2021, the second season of Well Done With Sebastian Maniscalco premiered on Discovery+.

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December 6, 2022: Release of Is It Me? Comedy Special

On December 6, 2022, Sebastian Maniscalco's 5th comedy special, Is It Me?, was released on Netflix.

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2022: Role as Frank Russo in Somewhere in Queens

In 2022, Sebastian Maniscalco played Frank Russo in the film Somewhere in Queens.

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May 26, 2023: Release of About My Father

On May 26, 2023, About My Father, a comedy film co-written by and co-starring Sebastian Maniscalco, was released in theaters, with Robert De Niro playing his father.

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November 30, 2023: Debut of Bookie TV Series

On November 30, 2023, Sebastian Maniscalco starred in the television series Bookie, which debuted for two seasons.

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2023: Voice Acting in The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Co-starring in About My Father

In 2023, Sebastian Maniscalco voice acted in The Super Mario Bros. Movie and co-wrote and co-starred in the film About My Father, with Robert De Niro playing his father.

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2024: Voice acting in IF

In 2024, Sebastian Maniscalco voice acted in the movie IF.

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April 23, 2025: Announcement of Apple Podcast Role

On April 23, 2025, it was announced that Sebastian Maniscalco will voice Charles Ponzi in Apple's first scripted podcast, Easy Money: The Charles Ponzi Story.