Ray Lau

Ray Lau is a Cantonese American stand-up comedian and content creator whose comedy combines playful storytelling, sharp observational writing and an understated, approachable delivery. Originally from Seattle, Washington, and now based in Los Angeles, Lau has developed a distinctive voice built around everyday behaviour, cultural experience and the small social absurdities that make ordinary situations unexpectedly funny.

He first attracted wider online attention through short stand-up clips and sketches, with his “Chipotle Bean Scheme” routine becoming his best-known viral bit and accumulating millions of views. His digital audience has since grown substantially, helping turn online recognition into a national live following.

Lau has performed regularly across Southern California, including appearances at Don’t Tell Comedy, The Hollywood Improv and other established comedy venues, while expanding into headline dates and festival appearances around the United States and Canada. His profile has continued to grow through major industry showcases: he was selected for Netflix’s Introducing series and appeared on Netflix’s Funny AF with Kevin Hart in 2026.

His material is generally light in tone but precise in construction, often drawing humour from social conventions, family, identity, food, relationships and the strange logic people use in everyday life. Rather than relying on an aggressive stage persona, Lau tends to work through curiosity, self-awareness and carefully observed details, giving his stand-up an accessible, conversational quality.

Alongside touring, Lau remains active as an online creator, where his stand-up excerpts and original comedy reach audiences well beyond the club circuit. With a growing schedule of theatre and comedy-club dates, national exposure and a rapidly expanding digital audience, he has established himself as one of the more visible emerging Cantonese American voices in contemporary US stand-up. His performances balance polished writing with a relaxed presence, allowing him to move between tightly structured material, personal anecdotes and audience interaction.