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Whitmer Alexander Thomas is an American comedian, actor, and musician.[1]

Key Information

He is best known for his voice role on FXX animated comedy Stone Quackers (2014–2015), and his work with LA-based comedy troupe Power Violence.[2]

Thomas's hour-long comedy special, The Golden One, premiered on HBO on February 22, 2020.[2] An accompanying album, Songs from the Golden One, was released via Hardly Art Records.[3] Thomas's sophomore record, The Older I Get The Funnier I Was, was released on October 21, 2022.[4]

Early life

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Whitmer Thomas was raised in Gulf Shores, Alabama.[5] His mother, Jenny Henderson, founded the musical duo Syn Twister with her twin sister Jude Hammock.[6] The previous occupation of Thomas's father, Whit Thomas, is unclear; as of 2020, he is employed as a paralegal.[7] Thomas has one older brother, Johnny.[6]

As a three-year-old, Thomas was abducted from his family home.[8] The abduction was thwarted by Thomas's father; the perpetrator, who had been stalking Thomas since the day of his birth, subsequently died in prison.[8]

Throughout his youth, Thomas was an avid skateboarder and avowed fan of Blink-182.[9] He shared these interests with Clay Tatum: a childhood friend and future member of Power Violence.[9] Tatum later directed The Golden One, a comedy special that details much of Thomas's early life.

Thomas's parents separated when he was enrolled in the fourth grade.[10] Both his mother and father battled with substance addiction; whereas Whit ultimately achieved sobriety, Jenny died from complications arising from her alcoholism in 2009.[10]

Thomas did not attend college. Instead, he relocated to Los Angeles to pursue an acting career shortly before his mother's death.[11]

Career

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Career beginnings and Power Violence (2008–2014)

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Thomas launched his comedy career at the age of eighteen in 2008.[11] Having moved to Los Angeles, he was joined by his childhood friends from Gulf Shores, Alabama: Clay Tatum and Jeramy Ritchie.[12] The trio joined forces with their new roommates, Budd Diaz and Rodney Berry, to form the comedy troupe Power Violence.[12]

For over four years, Power Violence performed every Sunday night at Santa Monica Boulevard.[12] Thomas and his associates screened self-produced comedy videos and performed original bits featuring elaborate props and stunts.[12] These performances attracted coverage from Time Out LA and Vulture.[12][13] The official Power Violence Facebook page has been defunct since 2018.[14]

Solo comedy career and television acting (2014–2019)

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In 2014, Thomas and former Power Violence collaborator Clay Tatum became the executive producers of Stone Quackers.[15] This FXX animated series concerned the surreal misadventures of two ducks.[15] Thomas and Tatum also voiced the co-protagonists, Whit and Clay, who were based on their teenage selves.[15] Stone Quackers was created by Ben Jones and cancelled after one season.[16]

Thomas also became a prolific television actor in the mid-2010s. Notably, he lent his voice to guest roles on Tuca & Bertie and Close Enough.[1] Thomas also appeared in the critically acclaimed live-action series GLOW, The Walking Dead and The Good Place.[1] In 2019, he played a major supporting role in Sword of Trust, Lynn Shelton's final film as director.[1]

As a solo stand-up comedian, Thomas rose to prominence in 2015. Thomas's Tom DeLonge impression, an intrinsic part of his act, was featured on the Put Your Hands Together and the You Made It Weird with Pete Holmes podcasts.[17] The bit caught the attention of Blink-182's bassist and co-vocalist Mark Hoppus; Thomas and Hoppus now play together in a semi-active comedic cover band, Snake Plissken and The I Thought You Were Deads.[17]

Thomas found further viral success with "Big Baby" and its sequel, "Big Baby Christmas", in 2020.[18][19] These musical skits see Thomas singing nonsensical lyrics while an Instagram filter de-ages his face. They were produced in response to Tom Papa's #LiveFromHome challenge for quarantined comedians;[20] Thomas was nominated to participate by his friend Rory Scovel.[20] Across YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram, the 'Big Baby' music videos have accrued over one million views.[20]

Thomas has also toured the world with Sketchfest, and the New York and Melbourne International Comedy Festivals.[21] In 2016, Thomas opened for Bo Burnham on the Make Happy tour.[9] Burnham later executive-produced The Golden One, Thomas's autobiographical stand-up special, in 2020.[9]

The Golden One and Songs From The Golden One (2020)

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The Golden One, Thomas's debut comedy special, was filmed at the Flora-Bama Lounge in 2019.[7] Thomas performed at the Lounge in honour of his aunt and late mother, whose new wave duo Syn Twister behaved as the house band and local celebrities.[9] The resultant recording premiered on HBO on February 22, 2020.[2]

The special concerns Thomas's early life in Alabama, the emotional arc of which centres on the redemption of his absent father Whit.[9] Thomas also mines various childhood traumas for laughs, such as his failed abduction, the death of his mother, and the subsequent estrangement of his aunt.[9] The jokes and autobiographical stories are interspersed with pre-recorded vignettes and original songs.

The Golden One's title originates from the last words Thomas's mother uttered before her premature death.[6] Accordingly, the show encompasses themes of grief, loss, addiction, familial love and existential dread.[6] "Hurts to Be Alive" and "The Golden One", the lyrics of which were directly lifted from Thomas's early hardships, have received particular critical attention.[11]

The hour-long recording was co-directed by Thomas and Tatum; among its executive producers are Bo Burnham, Christopher Storer, Olivia Gerke, and Ravi Nandan and Inman Young for A24.[22]

The special features nine original songs, all of which were written and performed by Thomas.[22] The show concludes with a cover of Syn Twister's "He's Hot".[11] An accompanying soundtrack, Songs from the Golden One, was released on CD and vinyl in February 2020.[3] Individual music videos for "Partied to Death", "Dancing with My Dad" and "Dumb in Love" have been uploaded to Thomas's YouTube account.[23]

The Golden One currently[when?] holds a 100% approval rating from review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes.[24] Songs from the Golden One has also garnered critical acclaim and a 7.7/10 rating from music publication Pitchfork.[11]

Can't Believe You're Happy Here and The Older I Get The Funnier I Was (2022–)

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March 2022 saw the release of Thomas's EP, Can't Believe You're Happy Here, on Hardly Art Records.[25] The six-track EP was produced by Melina Duterte (Jay Som),[25] and features contributions from Christian Lee Hutson and Al Menne of Great Grandpa.[25] The release of Can't Believe You're Happy Here coincided with a music video for "Don't Have A Cow", which was uploaded to YouTube.[25] Raphael Helfand of The Fader noted that "the record sounds crisp and clean while maintaining a distinctly DIY undercurrent".[25]

Can't Believe You're Happy Here is a folk record that engages with themes of toxic masculinity, self-doubt and existentialism.[26] Thomas notes that the EP was informed by numerous influences, including self-reflection precipitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, YouTube countdown lists, and his friendship with Hutson.[26]

Thomas's second album, The Older I Get The Funnier I Was, was released on October 21, 2022.[4] As with the preceding Can't Believe You're Happy Here EP, the record was produced by Melina Duterte.[27] Other contributors to the record include Al Menne, Christian Lee Hutson, and Harrison Whitford.[27]

A music video was released for the lead single, "Rigmarole", in August 2022.[27] Thomas has explained that the song is about "trying to shake depression with routine and ultimately accepting I've got no choice but to sink into it".[27] According to Pitchfork, the remaining songs on the album explore themes like Thomas's people-pleasing tendencies and relationship with his father.[28]

Thomas toured North America with Al Menne in support of The Older I Get The Funnier I Was.[27] Thomas also performed a new stand-up routine, Big Baby, at the Elysian Theater in Los Angeles throughout the final quarter of 2022.[29] The show featured stories and songs lifted from Thomas's youth, and also engaged with concepts of loneliness, insecurity and Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight trilogy.[29] Alternative comedian Conner O'Malley performed as Thomas's opening act.[29]

Thomas also appeared in numerous films and television series in the early 2020s. He played substantive roles in Am I OK?, a comedy drama that premiered at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival, and Clay Tatum's supernatural comedy The Civil Dead.[30] Thomas has been confirmed to appear in two 2023 television series: Slip and #1 Happy Family USA.[30]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2009 Boulevard Zen Elliott Anderson Film debut
Green Valley Store Clerk 1
2010 Suicide Dolls Cameron
On Holiday Peyton
2011 Uncle Kent Party Guest
0s & 1s Corey
2014 Jerked Whit
2015 Tooken Joe
2019 Sword of Trust Jake
2020 Deported Ross
A Dim Valley Albert
The Immortal Jellyfish Denny
2021 Homebody Tom
Kendra and Beth Robbie
2022 The Civil Dead Whit
Am I Ok? Ben
Moon Manor Forest
2024 Friendship Ian
2025 Weapons Mr. Lilly

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2008 Palisades Pool Party Josh TV movie
2008–2011 Poor Paul Patricia 13 episodes
2012 Ben and Kate Toad Episode: "21st Birthday"
2013–2014 Pound House BBQ Guest / Skater Friend 2 episodes
2014 Workaholics Stoner Kid Episode: "Timechair"
Crazy House Whitmer Keaton TV movie
2014–2015 Stone Quackers Whit (voice) 12 episodes
2015 Gothball Whit Miniseries, 2 episodes
Questionable Science Matthew McConaughey TV series
2016 Sing It! Garrett McKinley Episode: "Let's Sell Out!"
Nuclear Family Barista Episode: "Underwritten Female Character: The Movie"
2017 Super Deluxe Digital Jake Episode: "RIP Friends"
You're the Worst Flynn Episode: "Dad-Not-Dad"
The Walking Dead Gunther Episode: "Some Guy"
2018 Ghosted Lukas Episode: "Hello Boys"
Townies The Meanest Boy in Town Episode: "The Killer Instinct"
GLOW Justin 2 episodes
The Good Place Gatorbait Episode: "Everything Is Bonzer!"
2019 Sunnyside Brian Episode: "Multicultural Tube of Meat"
2019, 2022 Tuca & Bertie The Deli Guy (voice) 2 episodes
2020 Kwaczala John Lennon Episode: "You Know What, Guys"
Close Enough The Gooch (voice) Episode: "Skate Dad/100% No Stress Day"
2021 Shrill Joe Episode: "Ribs"
I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson Brian Episode: "They said that to me at a dinner."
2022 Search Party Pat Episode: "Song of Songs"
Three Busy Debras Radio DJ / Chompitos 2 episodes
2023 Slip Elijah 5 episodes
Big Mouth Camus Boy / Camden /
Sad Boy #1 (voice) 		Episode: "A Finger in Time" / Season 8

Discography

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  • Songs from the Golden One (2020, Hardly Art Records)
  • Can't Believe You're Happy Here - EP (2022, Hardly Art Records)
  • The Older I Get The Funnier I Was (2022, Hardly Art Records)

References

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Whitmer Thomas (born May 3, 1989) is an American comedian, actor, and musician from Gulf Shores, Alabama. He gained recognition for his voice role as Whit in the FXX animated series Stone Quackers (2014–2015), which he co-created with writing partner Clay Tatum, and for guest roles in live-action shows such as The Walking Dead (as Gunther), GLOW (as Justin), and The Good Place (as Gatorbait). As a stand-up comedian, Thomas is a member of the Los Angeles-based sketch troupe Power Violence and released his debut HBO special, The Golden One, in 2020, which inspired a companion album of the same name on Hardly Art Records. Thomas's career blends humor with personal storytelling, often drawing from his Southern upbringing and experiences of alienation in his hometown. His 2022 album The Older I Get the Funnier I Was featured collaborations with artists like Melina Duterte and included the viral track "Big Baby," which he performed during the lockdown. In film, he has appeared in indie projects such as Sword of Trust (2019), Am I OK? (2022), and the dark Weapons (2025), alongside roles in recent TV series like Slip (2023) and #1 Happy Family USA (2025). Thomas has also performed at major festivals including Sketchfest in New York and the , and opened for Bo Burnham's Make Happy tour in 2016. In 2025, Thomas expanded his music catalog with the EP Tilt, released on , and embarked on a U.S. tour supporting the project, while starring in the comedy film Friendship (2025) opposite and . His work frequently explores themes of vulnerability and sincerity through a lens of quirky, self-deprecating humor, influenced by his musician mother and artists like Blink-182.

Biography

Early life

Whitmer Thomas was born on May 3, 1989, in Gulf Shores, Alabama. He was raised in a musical family, with his mother, Jenny Henderson, a performer who co-founded the duo Syn Twister alongside her twin sister, Jude Hammock; the pair regularly played at the Flora-Bama Lounge on the Alabama-Florida border during Thomas's childhood. His father, Whit Thomas, an attorney, and Thomas has one older brother, Johnny, with whom he remains close. At the age of three, Thomas experienced a traumatic incident when he was abducted from his family home by a stalker who had been targeting his mother, but his father intervened and rescued him before harm could occur. His upbringing was shaped by his mother's performances and the creative environment of Syn Twister, which exposed him to music and performance from a young age. After high school graduation, Thomas opted not to attend college and instead moved to Los Angeles around 2008–2009 to pursue a career in acting and comedy, shortly before his mother's death in 2009.

Personal influences and family

Thomas grew up in a close-knit family in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with his father, Whit Thomas, an attorney who played a pivotal role in supporting the family through challenges. When Thomas was three years old, he was abducted from the family home by an individual who had been stalking his mother; his father intervened and rescued him, an event that profoundly strengthened family bonds and left a lasting impact on their dynamics. Thomas also has an older brother, Johnny, who was present during his early life, though details about their relationship remain limited in public accounts. His mother, Jenny Henderson, was a whose performances at the Flora-Bama Lounge—a renowned beachside venue on the Alabama-Florida border—alongside her twin sister as the duo Syn Twister, sparked Thomas's early interest in music and live performance. Growing up watching her on stage instilled in him a passion for blending with , influencing his later pursuits in and songwriting. Tragedy struck in 2009 when Jenny died from complications related to , just months after Thomas had moved to to pursue his career. This loss exacted a profound emotional toll on Thomas, exacerbating feelings of isolation as he navigated young adulthood far from home. The family's hardships, particularly his mother's death, have deeply informed the themes of and humor in Thomas's creative output, allowing him to process through candid, self-deprecating narratives that highlight resilience amid pain.

Career

Formation of Power Violence and early (2008–2014)

In 2008, shortly after moving to at age 18, Whitmer Thomas co-founded the comedy collective Power Violence with his longtime collaborators Clay Tatum and Budd Diaz. The group emerged from their prior work together in the garage-punk band Tooks, where Thomas and Tatum had been experimenting with short films and comedic videos. Following the death of Thomas's mother, he received a $5,000 with instructions not to spend it on rent, prompting the trio to launch informal comedy nights featuring self-produced sketches and live bits, named after the aggressive punk rock subgenre "power violence" that influenced their energetic, irreverent aesthetic. From 2008 to around 2014, Power Violence hosted regular performances at venues, including weekly Sunday night shows on and monthly events at spots like , drawing small but dedicated crowds from the local indie comedy and skate-punk scenes. Their acts blended absurd , original music segments with a house band, and chaotic video projections, often emphasizing "extreme friendship" through improvised banter and physical stunts reminiscent of early prank shows like Jackass. These outings allowed Thomas and his collaborators to refine their collaborative dynamic without relying on traditional stand-up structures, fostering a cult following among LA's underground entertainment community. During this period, Thomas began dipping into acting, securing his film debut as Elliott Anderson in the 2009 independent comedy Boulevard Zen, a yoga-themed ensemble piece directed by Rich Tola. The troupe's material evolved into a signature style of surreal, high-energy sketches laced with power-violence motifs—such as mosh-pit chaos and DIY punk ethos—while drawing heavily from personal anecdotes about Thomas's upbringing, family losses, and awkward social experiences. This approach highlighted vulnerability amid absurdity, setting Power Violence apart in LA's competitive comedy landscape. Power Violence played a pivotal role in establishing Thomas's reputation within Los Angeles's circuit, where the group became known for sold-out niche shows and guest appearances by musicians like of Blink-182, but it did not yield widespread breakthroughs or national exposure during these years. Instead, the collective served as a creative laboratory, honing Thomas's multifaceted talents in writing, performing, and production that would later inform his solo endeavors.

Television acting and solo comedy breakthrough (2014–2019)

Thomas began transitioning into television acting in 2014 with a lead voice role as Whit, one of the titular slacker ducks, in the animated series Stone Quackers, appearing in all 13 episodes of the single season that aired through 2015. The show, created by Ben Jones, featured Thomas alongside his Power Violence collaborator Clay Tatum as co-lead Clay, marking an early step toward individual recognition beyond group sketches. Building on this, Thomas secured guest spots in live-action series, showcasing his versatility in dramatic and comedic contexts. In 2017, he portrayed Gunther, a Savior worker, in one episode of AMC's The Walking Dead during its eighth season. He followed with a recurring role as Justin in two episodes of Netflix's GLOW in 2018, playing a wrestler's boyfriend amid the show's exploration of 1980s women's wrestling. Later that year, Thomas voiced Gatorbait in a single episode of NBC's The Good Place, contributing to its philosophical comedy ensemble. In 2019, he lent his voice to The Deli Guy in two episodes of Adult Swim's Tuca & Bertie, adding to the animated series' quirky bird-world dynamics. Thomas's film debut came in 2019 with a supporting role as Jake in Sword of Trust, an improvised comedy directed by about a pawnshop owner () dealing with a purported Civil War artifact. The film premiered at SXSW and highlighted Thomas's ability to blend deadpan humor with ensemble interplay, earning positive reviews for its ensemble chemistry. Parallel to these acting opportunities, Thomas shifted toward solo stand-up, evolving from his Power Violence roots into independent performances around 2015, where he gained recognition for weaving personal stories of his upbringing with emo spoofs and original songs. In Los Angeles comedy circuits, his act—often incorporating fantasy elements and heartfelt anecdotes—earned acclaim for its unique vulnerability, positioning him as a rising solo voice by 2019, as noted in industry spotlights. This period marked his growing independence, with live shows emphasizing autobiographical humor over collaborative sketches.

The Golden One HBO special and musical debut (2020)

In February 2020, Whitmer Thomas released his debut stand-up special, The Golden One, which premiered on February 22 and was filmed at the Flora-Bama Lounge in , a venue straddling the Florida-Alabama state line. The special, taped in 2019 before a sold-out audience, blends with musical performances and documentary-style segments, reflecting Thomas's roots in the venue where his mother once performed. The special explores themes of following Thomas's mother's , the nuances of small-town in , and personal vulnerability, delivered through a mix of heartfelt songs and introspective storytelling that honors his hometown connections. Accompanying the special, Thomas debuted musically with the Songs from The Golden One, released digitally on February 21, 2020, and physically on April 3, 2020, via Hardly Art Records. Critics praised the special for its sincere, indie rock-infused approach to , which seamlessly blends humor with raw emotion and familial trauma, distinguishing it from traditional stand-up formats. The soundtrack received similar acclaim for its vulnerable songwriting, with tracks like "The Golden One" highlighted as poignant meditations on Thomas's life experiences. The release significantly elevated Thomas's profile in both and music, paving the way for subsequent music tours and wider recognition as a multifaceted performer.

Album releases and expanded roles (2021–2023)

In 2022, Whitmer Thomas expanded his musical catalog with the release of his EP Can't Believe You're Happy Here on March 25 via Hardly Art Records. Produced by Melina Duterte of , the six-track project features stripped-down indie rock arrangements that delve into the hilarity and stupidity of everyday life, capturing vignettes of loving, longing, and personal absurdities through wry, introspective lyrics. Songs like "Don't Have a Cow" and "Going Out to Eat" blend humor with sincere reflections, drawing from Thomas's experiences with Live sessions and mundane routines to highlight self-sabotaging tendencies. Later that year, Thomas followed up with his full-length debut album The Older I Get the Funnier I Was, released on October 21, 2022, also through Hardly Art and again produced by Duterte. The record explores themes of aging, for , and familial trauma, with Thomas reflecting on feelings of powerlessness in and the overcompensation through annoying or comedic behaviors. Tracks such as "Rigamarole" and "Everything That Feels Good Is Bad" mix morose introspection with humor, evoking a balance of sadness and wit in examining self-destructive habits and personal growth. To promote the album, Thomas embarked on a fall 2022 North American tour, where his live sets integrated musical performances with elements, continuing the blended style established in his earlier special. Parallel to his music career, Thomas took on expanded roles in film and television during this period. He appeared as Ben, a friend navigating romantic tensions, in the 2022 comedy-drama Am I OK?, directed by and starring , which premiered at the . In 2023, he portrayed Elijah, a key supporting character in the surreal miniseries Slip, created by and starring , appearing across all seven episodes as part of an ensemble exploring parallel universes and relationships. That same year, Thomas joined the voice cast of the animated series #1 Happy Family USA as Garrett, a regular character in the Ramy Youssef-led project announced for , marking his entry into within a star-studded ensemble including and . Throughout 2021–2023, Thomas maintained an active schedule of live shows, often incorporating songs from his releases to fuse his multifaceted talents.

Recent projects and tours (2024–present)

In 2024, Whitmer Thomas appeared in the comedy film Friendship, directed by Andrew DeYoung, where he portrayed the character Ian. The film, starring Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2024, in the Midnight Madness program. Thomas portrayed Alex's father in the 2025 horror film Weapons, directed by Zach Cregger. The ensemble cast includes Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, and Benedict Wong, with the story centering on a group of children vanishing from a Pennsylvania town. He provided voice work for multiple characters in the eighth and final season of the Big Mouth on , including Camden, Camus Boy, and Weed Boy, across 10 episodes that premiered on May 23, 2025. This marked his continued involvement in the show's exploration of and themes. On September 5, 2025, Thomas released the EP Tilt as the 21st installment in ' Document series, a limited-edition 7-inch vinyl project. Recorded with producer (Melina Duterte), the EP delves into themes of personal vision expressed across comedy, music, film, and other mediums, exemplified by tracks like "Bronco Buster" that blend indie-blues-rock with introspective storytelling. Thomas launched his Big City Tour in November 2025, featuring live and music performances alongside special guest Clay Tatum. The tour kicked off on November 4 in at Now Instant Image Hall, followed by dates in at on November 6, Portland at Polaris Hall on November 7, and on November 10, with additional stops in and . In a 2025 interview, Thomas discussed the challenges of maintaining sincerity in online , emphasizing authenticity amid digital performance pressures, and reflected on the enduring comedic influence of Blink-182's songwriting and humor on his multifaceted career.

Filmography

Film

Thomas made his film debut in the 2009 independent Boulevard Zen, where he portrayed Elliott Anderson, a supporting character in this about a real estate agent's spiritual journey through . He also appeared as Store Clerk 1 in the 2009 short film Green Valley. In 2010, Thomas played Cameron in the horror film Suicide Dolls and Peyton in the comedy On Holiday. In 2019, he appeared in Lynn Shelton's improvised comedy Sword of Trust as Deirdre's friend Jake, a pawn shop employee entangled in a plot involving a purported Civil War artifact. Thomas played Ben, the platonic male friend of the protagonist, in the 2022 coming-of-age dramedy Am I OK?, directed by Stephanie Allynne and starring Dakota Johnson. He took on a supporting role as Ian in the 2024 comedy Friendship, directed by Andrew DeYoung and featuring Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd as mismatched suburban neighbors. In 2025, Thomas appeared as Alex's Dad in the horror thriller Weapons, directed by Zach Cregger, a film exploring community trauma following a school shooting.

Television

Thomas began his television career with voice acting in the animated series Stone Quackers, where he provided the voice for the lead character Whit across all 12 episodes from 2014 to 2015. In 2017, he made his live-action guest appearance as Gunther, a Savior, in one episode of The Walking Dead ("Some Guy"). In 2018, Thomas recurred as Justin in two episodes of the Netflix series GLOW during its second season. He also guest-starred as Lukas in the pilot episode of Ghosted. In 2018, Thomas appeared as Gatorbait in the guest role for the season 3 premiere episodes "Everything Is Bonzer! Part 1" and "Part 2" of . He voiced the guest character Deli Guy in the 2019 episode "The Deli Guy" of the animated series . He also guest-starred as Brian in the episode "Multicultural Tube of Meat" of Sunnyside. In 2023, he portrayed Elijah in five episodes of the Roku Channel series Slip. Beginning in 2023, Thomas joined the voice cast of Big Mouth, voicing characters such as Camden across seasons 7 and 8 through 2025. In 2025, Thomas made voice appearances as Garrett in #1 Happy Family USA.

Discography

Albums and EPs

Thomas's musical debut came with the album Songs from The Golden One, released on February 21, 2020, by Hardly Art Records. This 10-track collection serves as the soundtrack to his HBO comedy special of the same name, featuring songs that blend darkwave influences with themes of familial trauma and personal vulnerability. Recorded during a trip home to , the album includes standout tracks like "Hurts to Be Alive" and "The Golden One," which explore emotional pain through humorous, relatable lyrics. In 2022, Thomas released the EP Can't Believe You're Happy Here on March 25 via Hardly Art Records. This six-track project, produced by Melina Duterte of Jay Som, delves into the absurdities and hilarities of everyday life, with contributions from musicians like Al Menne of Great Grandpa and Annie Truscott of Chastity Belt. Tracks such as the title song highlight Thomas's signature mix of earnest introspection and comedic levity, clocking in at a total runtime of about 21 minutes. Later that year, on , issued his first full-length studio , The Older I Get The Funnier I Was, also through Hardly Art Records. Comprising 11 tracks and again produced by Duterte, the album reflects on aging, humor, and lingering family influences, with production taking place in . Key songs like "Most Likely" and "Rigamarole" capture a range of emotions from melancholy to wit, emphasizing Thomas's growth as a songwriter. Thomas's most recent release, the EP Tilt, arrived on September 5, 2025, as part of ' Document series (#21). This three-track effort, recorded once more with , centers on themes of momentum and instability, featuring songs such as "On a Roll," "Bronco Buster," and the title track. The EP's concise format underscores Thomas's evolving style, blending elements with his comedic sensibility.

Singles and other releases

Thomas's early standalone single "Big Baby," released in March 2020, gained viral attention for its humorous, self-deprecating lyrics about adulthood and emotional immaturity, accompanied by a video featuring the baby face filter. The track, produced under Hardly Art Records, marked his initial foray into music distribution beyond specials, blending with comedic elements. In December 2021, Thomas followed with "Big Baby Christmas," an extended holiday-themed variant of the original single, also issued as a 7-inch vinyl through Hardly Art. This release featured festive production tweaks while retaining the core song's whimsical tone, and it was promoted with an official video emphasizing yuletide absurdity. "," released as a single in March 2022 ahead of his EP Can't Believe You're Happy Here, explores themes of envy toward a carefree suburban lifestyle through upbeat arrangements. Produced by and distributed via Hardly Art, the track received coverage for its relatable humor and guitar-driven sound. In 2025, prior to the Tilt EP, Thomas released "Bronco Buster" as a single in July, produced by and drawing from tour experiences with themes of relationships and rodeo imagery. This was followed by "On a Roll" in September, a track reflecting on and , accompanied by an official video. No documented contributions to compilations, soundtracks, or early unreleased demos from his Power Violence comedy era have been made publicly available, and no tour-exclusive releases or B-sides tied to 2025 performances were issued as of November 2025.

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