Sammy
Farid
Comedian
*Eligible to work in the United States
Sammy Farid is an Egyptian-born comedian, actor, and father currently residing in Toronto, Canada. He has been performing stand-up comedy around the globe for nearly two decades, captivating audiences with his natural, introspective storytelling style. Sammy also works as a flight attendant, a job he says generously and consistently fuels his standup. Thanks to this role, he’s been able to perform in places like London, Germany, and Spain within a 3-day span, charming audiences worldwide with his disarming humour.
This past year, Sammy had the honor of opening for renowned comedian Shaun Majumder, further solidifying his place in the comedy scene.
Beyond comedy, Sammy is a self-taught chef who has competed on Food Network Canada’s Wall of Chefs. As an actor, he has trained with Tom Todoroff at the Tom Todoroff Conservatory in NYC and most recently appeared as ‘Misogynistic Egyptian Suitor’ on True Dating Stories.
Catch Sammy on a stage or screen near you, or perhaps at a food court, negotiating with his toddlers.