Phil Hanley
Matthew Salacuse
A close-up of Phil Hanley.
Phil Hanley
Phil Hanley has worked as a model and is also an acclaimed author, of the memoir Spellbound: My Life as a Dyslexic Wordsmith. Thankfully for fans of comedy, he also still performs stand-up, because his take on the form is a one-of-a-kind blend of personal storytelling, concise one-liners, and quick-witted crowd interaction. Shows at 7 p.m. on Sept. 24 and 7 and 9 p.m., Sept. 25-26.
media release: Originally from Oshawa, Canada, Phil is now a key figure in the NYC comedy scene, performing regularly at the Comedy Cellar. With nearly 650K followers on Instagram and nearly 400K followers and 15.6 million likes on TikTok, he’s appeared on major late- night shows like The Tonight Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers, and The Late Late Show.
Hanley’s memoir, SPELLBOUND: My Life as a Dyslexic, chronicles his lifelong struggle with dyslexia and how comedy became his saving grace. Hanley’s goal in writing this book is to continue his advocacy for dyslexia awareness and his commitment to using his platform to inspire others and promote a deeper understanding of neurodiversity.
He also self-released his stand-up special, Ooh La La, on YouTube (where he has nearly 675k followers), which has amassed over 2 million views. Additionally, Phil was featured in the film I Feel Pretty and the Comedy Central series Inside Amy Schumer, with his half-hour special available on Comedy Central and iTunes. His 2018 album, Please Don’t Chit Chat While I’m Pursuing My Dream, is a fan favorite.
