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Mikey Day

Mikey Day is an American comedian, actor, writer, and producer best known for his work on Saturday Night Live and for hosting the Netflix competition series Is It Cake?.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Mikey Day is an American comedian, actor, writer, and producer best known for his work on Saturday Night Live and for hosting the Netflix competition series Is It Cake?. Born Michael William Day in Orange County, California, he began in improv and sketch comedy before joining SNL as a writer and later becoming a cast member.

Early life and education

Mikey Day was born Michael William Day on March 20, 1980, in Orange County, California. He studied theatre at the University of California, Los Angeles, and developed his comedy background through improv and sketch performance.

Career

Day worked in improv and television comedy before joining Saturday Night Live as a writer for the show's 39th season in 2013. He became an on-air cast member in 2016 and was promoted to repertory status in 2018. He also hosts the Netflix baking competition series Is It Cake?.

Notable television work

His television credits include Saturday Night Live, Wild 'N Out, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and The Jay Leno Show. He has also appeared in films including Brother Nature and Home Sweet Home Alone.

Public profile

Day is recognized for sketch comedy, impressions, and recurring character work on SNL. His profile expanded further through his role as host of Is It Cake?, which brought him wider mainstream recognition.

Key facts

  • Day joined Saturday Night Live as a writer before the show's 39th season in 2013.
  • He became an on-air cast member in 2016 and was promoted to repertory status in 2018.
  • He hosts the Netflix baking competition series Is It Cake?.
  • He worked with the Groundlings improv troupe in Los Angeles.
  • He previously appeared on Wild 'N Out and on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno/The Jay Leno Show.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Mikey Day?
Mikey Day is an American comedian, actor, writer, and producer best known for Saturday Night Live and Is It Cake?.
What is Mikey Day's real name?
His birth name is Michael William Day.
When was Mikey Day born?
He was born on March 20, 1980.
What is Mikey Day known for on Saturday Night Live?
He joined SNL as a writer in 2013, became a cast member in 2016, and was promoted to repertory status in 2018.
What show does Mikey Day host?
He hosts the Netflix baking competition series Is It Cake?.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mikey_Day
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, SNL writing and cast timeline.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1510062/
    Supports: Birth place, occupations, and selected screen credits.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1510062/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, UCLA education, Groundlings membership, and career notes.
  4. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/mikey-day/
    Supports: Biographical details, UCLA study, Groundlings background, and SNL career overview.
  5. TMDb — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/1227482-mikey-day?language=en-US
    Supports: Occupation, birth date, place of birth, and hosting role on Is It Cake?.
  6. All American Speakers — https://www.allamericanspeakers.com/celebritytalentbios/Mikey+Day/399627
    Supports: SNL timeline, hosting role, Groundlings background, and early career credits.