Renée Santos

Renée Santos is a multi-hyphenate — stand-up comedian, solo performer, actor, writer, and freelance journalist for The Hollywood Times. Known for blending raw truth with bold humor, Renée made her national TV debut on Showtime’s Pride Comedy Jam and later showcased for NBC’s Last Comic Standing. She has performed worldwide, from iconic comedy stages including The Comedy Store, The Laugh Factory, and New York Comedy Club, to international cruise lines. Her debut comedy special and album Outside the Box—released through UPROAR Entertainment—continues to stream on Amazon Prime, Roku, and Tubi. She recently taped for HBO Max’s HA Comedy Fest, and is currently in pre-production for a new stand-up variety special slated for 2026. As an actor, Renée’s credits include NBC’s New Amsterdam, Showtime’s Californication, TNT’s Murder in the First, and CBS’s Eleventh Hour, alongside celebrated independent films and national commercials. A storyteller at heart, Renée’s critically acclaimed autobiographical solo show CROSSROADS—rooted in her lived experience in the foster care system—is touring nationally and aligning with social-impact organizations to elevate stories of resilience, community, and healing. She has also collaborated with comedy legend Craig Shoemaker, contributing to creative strategy and promotional content for his nonprofit 501(c)(3) foundation, Laughter Heals. Through journalism, long-form storytelling, and performance, Renée continues to champion diverse voices and amplify stories that matter—onstage, on-screen, and in print.