Mike Birbiglia

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Summary

Mike Birbiglia is a comedian, actor, writer, and director known for personal storytelling in his stand-up, solo shows, and films such as Sleepwalk with Me and Don’t Think Twice. His work often draws on family, relationships, ambition, failure, and the awkward details of everyday life. He has said he generally steers away from political jokes, and in 2025 he defended comedians’ free-speech rights after Jimmy Kimmel’s show was suspended. No public statements on identity politics, DEI, or identity-focused activism are on record.