In the ever-evolving world of stand-up comedy, few voices are as easy to get excited about as Marcello Hernández. While his name is quickly becoming more familiar, Hernández still carries the exciting energy of a comedian on the rise—one who’s carving out a space that feels both personal and broadly relatable. Hernández visits the Comedy Connection for 8 stand-up performances between 2/13 – 2/16/26.
Born and raised in Miami, Marcello Hernández brings a multicultural perspective on stage. Drawing from his Cuban and Dominican heritage, he often explores identity, family dynamics, and cultural misunderstandings with sharp timing and an easygoing charm. Hernández has a natural stage presence and a laid-back confidence that makes his jokes feel more like conversations than performances.
Whether he’s talking about growing up bilingual, navigating relationships, or poking fun at generational differences, there’s an authenticity that resonates. You get the sense that he’s just being himself, and that’s more than enough.
Hernández’s career gained significant momentum when he joined the cast of Saturday Night Live, where his versatility quickly stood out. From energetic sketches to memorable characters, he proved he could hold his own on one of comedy’s biggest stages. Yet even with that platform, he still feels like an “upcoming” comedian in the best way—hungry, curious, and clearly still evolving.
Beyond television, Marcello Hernández continues to sharpen his voice through stand-up, where his talent arguably shines the brightest. His jokes land because they’re rooted in lived experience, but they’re delivered with a lightness that keeps things fun. He knows how to be clever without being cynical, and confident without being smug.
As comedy continues to diversify, performers like Marcello Hernández represent where the industry is headed. He’s part of a new generation that understands humor can be smart, inclusive, and still laugh-out-loud funny. If his current trajectory is any indication, Hernández isn’t just an upcoming comedian—he’s one to watch closely in the years ahead.
