Catherine Cohen

Catherine Cohen (born August 11, 1991) is an American comedian, actress, and singer whose work uniquely blends stand‑up comedy with cabaret‑style musical numbers, creating a theatrical experience that has earned her a devoted following in both comedy clubs and concert venues. Raised in Houston, Texas, she grew up in a culturally mixed household—her mother a Catholic and her father Jewish—an upbringing that later informed her nuanced perspective on identity and humor. Cohen honed her performance instincts early, studying musical theatre as a child before earning an English degree from Princeton University, where she was a member of the Ivy Club and the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. After graduating, she relocated to New York City, immersing herself in the improv scene by taking classes at the Upright Citizens Brigade and working at the Peoples Improv Theater, where she began to develop the hybrid comedy‑cabaret format that would define her career. Her monthly show at Joe’s Pub, "The Twist…? She’s Gorgeous," showcases her original songs accompanied by pianist Henry Koperski, while a weekly residency at Club Cumming called "Cabernet Cabaret" reinforces her reputation as an inventive performer who can seamlessly move between satire and poignant storytelling. Critics have praised her for delivering "a spinning, glittery, Technicolor explosion" of sound and wit, and she was highlighted on “comedians to watch” lists by both Vulture and Time Out in 2018. In addition to her live work, Cohen has appeared on television series such as High Maintenance, Broad City, Search Party, and What We Do in the Shadows, expanding her reach beyond the stage. Her first Netflix comedy special, also titled The Twist…? She’s Gorgeous, premiered in 2022 and distilled her 2019 Edinburgh Fringe show—where she won the Best Newcomer award—into a streaming format that introduced her to a global audience. Outside of performance, she co‑hosts the weekly podcast Seek Treatment with Pat Regan, and she announced her debut album Overdressed for release in November 2024 through Elektra/Atlantic Records, a project that merges her love of pop music with her comedic sensibility. As of December 2022, she has been in a relationship with actor Brian Muller, and while she has not disclosed any children, her dynamic personal and professional life continues to influence the evolving landscape of contemporary comedy.