Comedian, writer, and podcast host Ashley Gavin has built a bold comedy career rooted in authenticity, queer perspective, and crowd-work brilliance. Based in New York City, she’s featured on high-profile platforms like Netflix Is a Joke, Hulu and Comedy Central.
Gavin carved out a distinctive niche long before the internet amplified it: as Carnival Cruise Line’s first openly gay comedian, she honed in-the-moment improvisation in front of mixed crowds. When her TikTok and YouTube crowd-work clips went viral, she paired that energy with her standout podcast We’re Having Gay Sex, named one of the best comedy/queer podcasts by major outlets.
Her live show blends razor-sharp social commentary—on dating, identity, feminism, and fame—with self-effacing vulnerability and high-octane stage presence. Clubs and college campuses alike have sat up and taken notice of her distinctive voice.At Assembly Kingston, expect Gavin to bring the kind of charged, crowd-interactive performance she’s become known for: fearless, funny, and deeply personal. Whether you’re well-versed in her online content or discovering her live for the first time, Ashley Gavin delivers laughs with purpose.
