The Canadian Encyclopedia — neutral, cited, updated
July 26, 2026Sources cited
Canadianwire.
Canada’s encyclopedia & explainer
Home›Entertainment›Comedian›Tony Hinchcliffe
Entertainment • Comedian

Tony Hinchcliffe

Tony Hinchcliffe is an American stand-up comedian, writer, and podcast host known for roast comedy and crowd-work.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Tony Hinchcliffe is an American stand-up comedian, writer, and podcast host known for roast comedy and crowd-work. He has hosted the live comedy podcast *Kill Tony* since 2013. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio, on June 8, 1984.

Early life

Tony Hinchcliffe was born on June 8, 1984, in Youngstown, Ohio. Publicly available sources identify him as American.

Comedy career

Hinchcliffe began performing stand-up comedy in the 2000s and became known for dark, roast-oriented material. He has also worked as a writer for televised roast programs, including the *Comedy Central Roast* series.

Kill Tony

Since 2013, Hinchcliffe has hosted *Kill Tony*, a live podcast and showcase where comedians perform short sets and receive critique. The show features both professional and amateur performers.

Specials and appearances

His credits include the Netflix comedy special *One Shot*, released in 2016, and the later special *Making Friends*. He has also appeared in televised roast events, including the *All Def Digital Roast of Snoop Dogg* and *The Roast of Tom Brady*, and other comedy-related productions.

Key facts

  • Hinchcliffe has hosted the live comedy podcast *Kill Tony* since 2013.
  • He is associated with roast comedy and wrote for the *Comedy Central Roast* series.
  • He appeared in major roast events including the *All Def Digital Roast of Snoop Dogg* and *The Roast of Tom Brady*.
  • His Netflix comedy special *One Shot* was released in 2016.
  • He was born in Youngstown, Ohio, and is based in the United States.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Tony Hinchcliffe?
Tony Hinchcliffe is an American stand-up comedian, writer, and podcast host known for roast comedy and for hosting *Kill Tony*.
When was Tony Hinchcliffe born?
He was born on June 8, 1984.
What is Tony Hinchcliffe best known for?
He is best known for hosting *Kill Tony* and for his work in roast comedy.
What is *Kill Tony*?
*Kill Tony* is a live comedy podcast and showcase where comedians perform one-minute sets and receive feedback.
Has Tony Hinchcliffe worked on television roasts?
Yes. He has been on the writing staff for the *Comedy Central Roast* series and appeared in several roast events.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Hinchcliffe
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, career summary, Kill Tony hosting, roast-comedy background
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4945007/
    Supports: Birthplace, occupation, selected credits
  3. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/person/tony-hinchcliffe/umc.cpc.r4szqry2d5guyzkeutthlfxv
    Supports: Kill Tony description and roast-comedy credits
  4. Laugh Factory — https://www.laughfactory.com/comedians/TonyHinchcliffe
    Supports: Stand-up career, comedy style, Comedy Central Roast writing, One Shot