History of Tim Dillon (comedian) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 20, 2025

Tim Dillon is an American stand-up comedian and podcaster known for hosting 'The Tim Dillon Show'. His comedy often tackles societal issues with a cynical and observational style. Dillon gained recognition through his podcast and stand-up performances, becoming a prominent figure in the comedy scene. He is a comedian.

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January 22, 1985: Tim Dillon Born

On January 22, 1985, Tim J. Dillon was born. He is an American stand-up comedian and podcaster who hosts the Tim Dillon Show podcast.

1994: Sesame Street Appearance

In 1994, Tim Dillon, as a child, had a small role on the PBS children's show Sesame Street, where he did the polka with Snuffleupagus.

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2005: Award in Impromptu Speaking

In 2005, Tim Dillon attended Nassau Community College and won a Bronze Award in Impromptu Speaking.

2010: Stand-Up Debut

Around 2010, Tim Dillon entered the stand-up comedy scene after working as a New York City tour guide.

2016: Just for Laughs Appearance

In 2016, Tim Dillon appeared at the Just for Laughs comedy festival in Montreal.

2016: Political Leaning

In 2016, Tim Dillon stated, "I'm politically all over the map, though I lean conservative", and "I don't think politically I line up with anything."

2016: Vulture's Description of Dillon

In 2016, Vulture described Tim Dillon as "simultaneously a boisterous, conservative-leaning Long Island native and a thoughtful, homosexual foodie with a soft spot for frozen yogurt."

2017: Rolling Stone's Description of Dillon

In 2017, Rolling Stone described Tim Dillon as "capable of formulating an articulate (and often contrarian) opinion about anything at a moment's notice."

2017: Rolling Stone Recognition

In 2017, Rolling Stone named Tim Dillon as one of the "10 Comedians You Need to Know".

2020: Bastard Radio Co-host

In 2020, Tim Dillon became a co-host of the Real Ass Podcast spin-off podcast Bastard Radio along with Luis J. Gomez and Nick Mullen.

2020: Didn't vote in US elections

In 2020, Tim Dillon said he did not vote in the U.S. elections, disapproving of both Donald Trump and Joe Biden.

March 2021: Move to Los Angeles

As of March 2021, Tim Dillon resides in Los Angeles, after briefly living in Austin, Texas.

August 2022: Standup Special Release

In August 2022, Tim Dillon released his first standup special, titled Tim Dillon: A Real Hero.

2024: Interview with JD Vance

In 2024, the week before the United States presidential election, Tim Dillon interviewed Republican vice presidential nominee, JD Vance, on his podcast.