Meet Your Host & Judges
Ashlie Ann Knox
Host | Exececutuve Producer | Founder
The founder of Unmuted Entertainment and creator of Ultimate Comedian. A stand-up comedian, DJ, and producer known for sharp, fearless wit and commanding stage presence, she brings high-energy hosting and industry-level credibility while building one of DFW’s fastest-growing comedy platforms and elevating real comics on every stage.
Full Season 18 Shows
Flo Hernandez
Resident Celebrity Judge
Flo Hernandez is a Dallas-based stand-up comedian known for his bold stage presence, razor-sharp wit, and elite crowd work. Blending observational humor, storytelling, and sharp one-liners, he delivers -energy, relatable comedy that consistently wins over audiences.
Full Season 18 Shows
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Full Season 18 Shows
Mario 'Superstar' Salazar
Wild Card Celebrity Judge
SAN ANTONIO PRELIMINARY 1 - 4/12/26
Mario "Superstar" Salazar is a high-energy stand-up comedian known for sharp wit, explosive storytelling, and fearless takes on everyday life. Drawing from his military background and family chaos, Mario delivers hard laughs that connect across generations and cultures. With over 500 million views online and national touring credits, his live sets hit fast, loud, and unforgettable.
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HOUSTON PRELIMINARY 1 - 4/19/26
SAN ANTONIO PRELIMINARY 1 - 4/12/26
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AUSTIN PRELIMINARY 1 - 4/26/26
SAN ANTONIO PRELIMINARY 1 - 4/12/26
Lila Hart
Wild Card Celebrity Judge
Dallas - Preliminary 1 - 5/03/2026
Hart is a 4'6 Filipina American stand-up comedian born in Hawaii with spina bifida who turns life's odds into fearless comedy. A Washington State University graduate and world traveler, she began comedy in 2016 and has since performed across the West Coast and into Tennessee.
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FORT WORTH PRELIMINARY 1 - 5/17/26
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Charlie Mac
Wild Card Celebrity Judge
Austin Preliminary 2 - 5/24/26
Charlie Mac is a rising star in comedy, known for his sharp wit, infectious energy, and unforgettable storytelling. A Golden Ticket winner on Kill Tony, Charlie's fearless presence and off-the-cuff brilliance have made him one to watch.
Alex Stein
Wild Card Celebrity Judge
Dallas - Preliminary 2 - 5/31/26
Alexander Stein is an comedian and YouTuber known for disrupting local government meetings and confronting politicians and other individuals. Known lovingly as the “Pimp on a Blimp”.
Starting Monday February 2nd, 2026 Alex will be hosting Late Night with Alex Stein every week on Real America's Voice.
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San Antonio - Preliminary 2 - 6/07/26
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Fort Worth - Preliminary 2 - 6/14/26
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Jessimae Peluso
Wild Card Celebrity Judge
Houston - Preliminary 2 - 6/21/26
Jessimae Peluso is a stand-up comedian, writer, and host known for blending fearless honesty with laugh-out-loud comedy. Rising to national attention on MTV's Girl Code, Jessimae has built a nearly two-decade career turning real life -grief, healing, and everything messy in between-into deeply relatable comedy. Whether on stage, screen, or podcast mic, she brings raw humor, emotional depth, and undeniable energy that connects instantly with audiences.
Irina Voronina
Wild Card Celebrity Judge
Austin - Regional Qualifier - 7/12/26
Irina Voronina is a Russian-born stand-up comedian, actress, and producer known for her bold, unapologetic humor drawn from her USSR upbringing, American culture shock, and life in entertainment. A regular at top LA comedy clubs, Irina delivers sharp, fearless sets that blend international perspective with crowd-crushing laughs. Known for: Laugh After Dark (Amazon Prime) Laugh Tonight with Damon Williams (Tubi TV) Rosie Tran presents (Amazon Prime) seen on Reno 911! , iCarly, Tosh.0, Saul of the Mole Men, 13 reasons why and more
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Houston - Regional Qualifier - 7/19/26
Jourdain Fisher is a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor known for his sharp storytelling and high-energy stage presence. He made his late-night debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, earning a standing ovation and later joining the show as a staff writer. With national TV credits, major festival appearances, and millions of views online, Jourdain is one of comedy's fastest rising voices.
Daphnique Springs
Wild Card Celebrity Judge
Dallas - Regional Qualifier - 7/26/26
Daphnique Springs is a nationally touring comedian, actress, and writer known for her sharp wit, unapologetic voice, and fearless storytelling. Blending smart, edgy humor with real-life experiences and social commentary, she delivers performances that are bold, relatable, and unforgettable. A standout in the Los Angeles comedy scene, Daphnique continues to captivate audiences across the country with her signature mix of intelligence, sass, and raw honesty.
Melanie Iglesias
Wild Card Celebrity Judge
San Antonio - Regional Qualifier - 8/02/26
Melanie Iglesias is a comedian, model, and television personality who rose to fame after winning Maxim's Hometown Hotties and becoming one of the earliest viral stars of the digital era. Best known as a longtime host and correspondent for MTV, Melanie blends sharp humor, cultural insight, and unfiltered honesty. She is set to return to the stage with her highly anticipated half-hour comedy special, which premiered in late 2025 • Winner, Maxim's Hometown Hotties (2010) • Viral sensation: The Melanie Iglesias Flip Book (millions of views) • Host & Correspondent, Girl Code (MTV) • Host, Guy Code (MTV) • Host, Guy Court (MTV) • Correspondent, Off the Bat
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Fort Worth - Regional Qualifier - 8/16/26
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STATE - Austin - Semi FInal - 7/26/26
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San Antonio - Regional Qualifier - 8/02/26
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Fort Worth - Regional Qualifier - 8/16/26
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