Emmy-Winning 'Daily Show' Writer Matt Koff Debuts New Comedy Special 'Cat Man'

The seven-time Emmy nominee's second hour of comedy explores divorce, middle-age, and the world's bias against men with cats.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Matt Koff, a veteran writer for The Daily Show, is set to debut his new comedy special "Cat Man" on the streaming service Veeps on March 10. In his second hour of comedy, Koff discusses topics like divorce, middle-age, and the societal discomfort around men who own cats. The special was shot at the Comedy Cellar in New York with the help of some of Koff's longtime Daily Show colleagues.

Why it matters

Koff is a respected comedy writer who has been nominated for seven Emmys for his work on The Daily Show. His new special represents an opportunity for him to showcase his stand-up talents and explore personal topics beyond his main job of writing political comedy.

The details

In "Cat Man," Koff shares his thoughts on the world's bias against men with cats, saying "People love cats, but men with cats make people uncomfortable. Including me. I'm a man with a cat and I'm creeped out by myself!" The special was directed by David Paul Meyer and features appearances from Daily Show host Jon Stewart and other members of Koff's longtime production team.

  • Koff's new comedy special "Cat Man" is set to premiere on the streaming service Veeps on March 10, 2026.

The players

Matt Koff

A Brooklyn-based stand-up comic who has been working in entertainment for 23 years, 13 of which have been spent as a writer for The Daily Show. He is a seven-time Emmy nominee who won for his work there in 2015.

Jon Stewart

The host of The Daily Show, who makes an appearance in Koff's new comedy special.

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What they’re saying

“People love cats, but men with cats make people uncomfortable. Including me. I'm a man with a cat and I'm creeped out by myself!”

— Matt Koff, Comedian

What’s next

Koff's new comedy special "Cat Man" will premiere on the streaming service Veeps on March 10, 2026.

The takeaway

Matt Koff's transition from acclaimed political comedy writer to stand-up performer showcases his versatility and the opportunity for comedians to explore more personal topics beyond their day jobs.