Who Is Daniel Sloss? The Scottish Comedian's Rise from Teen Prodigy to Global Stand-Up Star

Daniel Sloss is one of the most acclaimed and prolific stand-up comedians of his generation—a sharp-witted Scottish talent known for his fearless, observational humor, masterful storytelling, and boundary-pushing takes on life, relationships, society, and personal vulnerabilities. At 35 (born September 11, 1990, in Kingston upon Thames, England, and raised in Scotland), Sloss has built an extraordinary career: 13 solo shows, tours across 55+ countries, multiple Netflix specials, exclusive streaming releases, and sold-out arenas worldwide. From teenage prodigy to global powerhouse, here's the full story of how Daniel Sloss became a comedy icon. Who Is Daniel Sloss?

Who Is Daniel Sloss?

Early Life and Teen Prodigy Beginnings (1990–2008)

Born the eldest of four children to a Ph.D. chemist mother and an IT professional father, Sloss moved to Scotland at age 4. Tragedy struck early with the loss of his younger sister Josie to cerebral palsy at age 7, an experience that later influenced his deeply personal and empathetic comedy style.

Sloss discovered stand-up young. At just 16, he began writing jokes for satirist Frankie Boyle and hit the stage in 2007. By 2008, at 17, he was a finalist in the UK's prestigious "So You Think You're Funny?" competition and debuted at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe—the world's largest arts festival. In 2009, his first solo show Teenage Kicks sold out its Fringe run and transferred to London's Soho Theatre, making him the youngest comedian to perform a solo season in the West End at age 19. He also made his TV debut on Channel 4's Paul O'Grady Show at 18.

Breakthrough and International Rise (2009–2017)

Sloss quickly became a Fringe regular, breaking box office records and earning rave reviews for his confidence and control. He appeared on UK shows like Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, The Graham Norton Show, and his own BBC series The Adventures of Daniel. By his early 20s, he'd recorded his first DVD, performed off-Broadway in New York (nine seasons), and appeared on Conan ten times.

His comedy evolved from youthful energy to sophisticated, provocative material—tackling relationships, politics, religion, and self-reflection with razor-sharp precision and emotional depth.

Netflix Fame and Global Dominance (2018–Present)

Sloss exploded internationally in 2018 with two simultaneous Netflix specials: DARK and Jigsaw (collectively Daniel Sloss: Live Shows), streaming in 190 countries and 26 languages. Jigsaw famously critiques societal views on relationships and became a viral hit.

He followed with HBO specials like X (2019) and continued releasing on his site: SOCIO (2022), HUBRIS (2023), and his latest, CAN’T—a global smash tour filmed in Istanbul and exclusively streamed on DanielSloss.com starting December 6, 2025.

In 2021, his book Everyone You Hate Is Going to Die was published by Knopf. Sloss has performed in over 50 countries, been the world's top-selling comedian in 2021, and headlined massive venues.

The 2026 BITTER Tour: Current Era and Live Shows

In 2026, Sloss is touring his brand-new show Daniel Sloss: BITTER, following the success of CAN’T. The tour kicked off globally in late 2025 and hits North America hard: starting with Netflix Is a Joke Fest in Los Angeles (May 8, 2026), then multi-city runs including Boston (August), San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Atlanta, and more through November (e.g., Chicago wrap, plus Wembley Arena debut in London on November 28, 2026).

European dates continue, with shows in Amsterdam, Liverpool, and beyond. Tickets are in high demand—check CapitalCityTickets.com for the best seats, guaranteed deals, and any promo offers on remaining inventory.

Why Daniel Sloss Matters - Who Is Daniel Sloss?

Sloss stands out for blending dark humor with vulnerability, turning personal stories (relationships, fatherhood—he married Kara Mitchell in 2023 and has two children—loss, and societal absurdities) into universal, thought-provoking comedy. His structural mastery, crowd work, and refusal to shy from uncomfortable topics make him a modern great.

Whether streaming CAN’T on DanielSloss.com, catching DARK/Jigsaw on Netflix, or seeing BITTER live, Sloss delivers comedy that's smart, hilarious, and refreshingly honest.

Catch him on the 2026 BITTER tour—tickets available now at CapitalCityTickets.com for cities across the US, Canada, Europe, and beyond. From teen prodigy to global stand-up star, Daniel Sloss proves raw talent and relentless drive create legends.

This article is informational, based on official sources, biographies, and tour announcements as of February 2026. Tour dates subject to change; verify on danielsloss.com or CapitalCityTickets.com.