Carmen Lagala

Carmen Lagala is a powerhouse of "darkly frolicsome" humor, blending small-town Vermont charm with a razor-sharp New York City edge. Since making her network television debut on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, she has become a fixture in the national comedy scene. A former hall-of-fame collegiate athlete turned fearless storyteller, Carmen masterfully navigates "tricky" topics—from mental health and pansexuality to the absurdities of modern dating—with a style that feels like pulling an all-nighter with your funniest best friend. Her debut hour-long special, Sweet Batch (2024), quickly garnered over 100,000 views, showcasing her unique ability to turn vulnerability into high-octane laughter. Whether she’s hosting the legendary Comedians You Should Know in Brooklyn or headlining clubs across the country, Carmen’s live performances are a masterclass in destigmatizing the dark through playfulness.