Fahim Anwar

Fahim Anwar is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer of Afghan descent based in Los Angeles.

Early life and education Anwar is the son of Afghan immigrants. He grew up in the Seattle area and received a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Washington. After graduation he moved to Long Beach, California, and worked as an aerospace engineer at Boeing while secretly performing stand-up comedy at night. Later specials include Hat Trick (2022), House Money (2024), and Intrusive Thoughts (2026). Following the release of his first special, The New York Times listed him as a "Most Promising Future Star." He has appeared as a guest on the Joe Rogan Experience and WTF with Marc Maron.

Anwar is a regular performer at The Comedy Store and other Los Angeles comedy clubs and continues to tour as a headliner.