About: Jerah A. Milligan

Jerah Milligan is a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment world. Hailing from Washington D.C., this multi-talented actor, comedian, director, producer, and writer is carving out a name for himself as the next big thing. With a strong and unique comedic voice, Jerah is committed to telling stories that resonate.

His short film Mahogany Drive recently made waves at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festivals and the Slamdance Film Festival, showcasing his knack for storytelling. In 2023, Jerah took his creative vision to new heights by developing an original pilot with FOX and a film project for Tubi. He co-created and starred in Netflix's Astronomy Club, produced by the industry heavyweights Kenya Barris and Dan Powell, proving that his talent transcends the screen. His innovative spirit shines through in his co-writing and executive producing of an original pilot for HBO Max, where he continues to push boundaries.

Most recently, Jerah directed the sketch segments of Yvonne Orji's acclaimed HBO Special A Whole Me, further establishing himself as a director to watch. An alum of the prestigious Viacom Viewfinder Emerging Directors Program, he has also brought his unique perspective to Desus & Mero on Showtime.

On screen, you can catch Jerah in the upcoming short Jamaal, directed by Yvonne Orji for Powderkeg. His acting repertoire boasts credits in Netflix’s Black Mirror, Broad City, Blue Bloods, Chicago P.D., and The Detour. Recently, he lit up Apple TV+’s Helpsters as Cheerleader Chadwick, and he’s made appearances in sketches for platforms like Above Average, Funny or Die, and College Humor.

Jerah's dedication to his craft is evident in his extensive training at the Actor's Alliance, Sheila Gray Studios, The Groundlings, The Pit, and Upright Citizens Brigade. As a co-host of the podcast Black Men Can't Jump in Hollywood on the Headgum Network, he engages with vital conversations around representation in the industry. Together, he and his co-host have created a Snapchat series for Comedy Central and the web series Projecting for Seriously.tv.

With a track record of producing shows for MTV, The CW, MTV2, VH1, and Spike TV, Jerah is a rising star with a vision for the future. He’s represented by Innovative Artists, Odenkirk Provissiero, and Schreck Rose Dapello Adams Berlin & Dunham LLP, ready to take on the world of episodic television and beyond.