Jerrold Benford is currently establishing himself as a fixture on the eastern comedy circuit. He was born and raised in Virginia, but began his career in New Jersey, where he quickly made a name for himself.

Jerrold has performed in New Jersey and New York’s finest clubs including: Rascals, Broadway Comedy Club, New York Comedy Club, Stand Up NY, Gotham Comedy Club, Stress Factory and the renowned Caroline’s on Broadway. He also features and headlines clubs, colleges, and private functions from the east coast to the west.

His distinctive perspective on dating and marriage topics combines with a high energy, friendly delivery to create wickedly clever content and a wildly funny act. His eye for absurdities in everyday life and his quirky, unique writing style leaves crowds in stitches.

Jerrold has been described by audience members as “hilarious” and “funny as hell”, while bookers have labeled Jerrold as a definite “rising star”. Intelligent and silly, Jerrold’s act has become a hit all up and down the east coast, entertaining crowds young and old of different backgrounds and tastes.

“My first actual comedy club headline opportunity came from Catch A Rising Star in Princeton, NJ. They continually bring me back to close the show.”