Ramy Youssef to Star in First HBO Stand-Up Comedy Special

Ramy Youssef will star in his first HBO stand-up comedy special, it was announced today by Nina Rosenstein, executive vice president, HBO Programming.

To be taped before a live audience in New York City this spring, the exclusive hour-long presentation will be executive produced by Youssef and Jerrod Carmichael, produced by A24 and directed by Chris Storer.

"Ramy is an incredibly unique talent and we're so excited to be presenting his first stand-up special," said Rosenstein.

Youssef's credits include "Mr. Robot" and his upcoming series "Ramy."

The special will be produced for HBO by A24; executive producers, Ramy Youssef, Jerrod Carmichael; directed by Chris Storer.