Ramy Youssef is an American comedian, actor, writer, and director, best known for creating and starring in Ramy, a Hulu series about a first-generation Egyptian-American Muslim. His work earned him a Golden Globe Award in 2020, making him one of the first Muslim actors to win the award. Youssef is also a successful stand-up comedian, with his 2019 HBO special Ramy Youssef: Feelings praised for its mix of humour and personal insight. In 2023, he toured More Feelings, donating proceeds to support Gaza. He hosted Saturday Night Live in 2024 and signed a first-look deal with Netflix.