Stuttering John Melendez, the iconic comic and media personality from the Howard Stern Show, will headline a live stand-up performance at Rodney’s New York Comedy Club on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM. The event marks a significant return to the New York comedy scene for Melendez, who first gained national fame through his fearless interview style and on-air presence on the Howard Stern Show. He later spent a decade as announcer and writer on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, further cementing his place in entertainment history. Rodney’s New York Comedy Club operates inside the historic venue founded by the late Rodney Dangerfield and remains one of New York City’s most respected rooms for stand-up comedy.
“This is New York comedy the way it’s supposed to be,” said Stuttering John Melendez. “Rodney’s has real history, real crowds, and no room for safe material. I’m bringing everything to this show, the stories, the truth, and the stuff I probably shouldn’t say but will anyway.” Audiences can expect sharp commentary, personal stories from behind the scenes of radio and television, and a no-filter performance shaped by decades in entertainment. This appearance is expected to draw long-time Stern Show fans, comedy insiders, and New York comedy regulars.
Event details include a performance on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM at Rodney’s New York Comedy Club, located at 1118 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10065. Tickets are $30 general admission, plus a $20 food and beverage minimum, applicable taxes, and 18 percent gratuity. The show highlights the enduring appeal of Melendez, who continues to tour as a stand-up comic and host The Stuttering John Podcast. For fans of unfiltered comedy, this event offers a rare opportunity to see a performer who has navigated the peaks of radio and television and now brings his unique perspective to the stage.
