Louis Virtel

Louis Virtel is an American television writer, comedian, pop culture commentator, and podcast host. He first rose to prominence after appearing on a 2015 episode of Jeopardy!, where a clip of him answering a clue while emphatically snapping went viral. Virtel has since written for publications such as Time, Billboard, and Vulture. As of 2024, he is a writer for Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and has contributed to telecasts hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, such as the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards and the 95th and 96th Academy Awards ceremonies. Virtel has also co-hosted the Crooked Media podcast Keep It!