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Rose Kelso is an American comedian, writer, musician, and performer known for her musical satire and viral internet persona. She is regarded as one of the leading female musical comedians of her generation, blending humor, cultural commentary, and original music across digital and live platforms.
Early life and education
[edit]Kelso grew up on Long Island, New York. She began performing at a young age and later moved to Brooklyn, where she began her professional career in comedy and music. Details about her formal education have not been publicly disclosed.
Career
[edit]Digital comedy and viral success
[edit]Kelso gained recognition on the social media platform TikTok under the handle [@longislanddirt_](https://www.tiktok.com/@longislanddirt_), where she posts comedic videos that often feature original songs, characters, and Gen Z–style satire. Some of her viral pieces include "European Boys", "Essential Jerker", "You Look Like Your Dad", and "Nature Is Healing".
Comedy Central and television work
[edit]Kelso has worked with Comedy Central on multiple digital series, including:
- Boomer Stoop
- Rose's Music Show
- Rose and Brooks' Small World
In 2024, she appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in the "Battle of the Instant Songwriters" segment, where she performed a song written in under an hour and won the competition.
Live performance and recognition
[edit]Kelso performs regularly in New York and Los Angeles, known for integrating music, sketch, and theatrical character work into her live shows. She was named a “Content Creator to Watch” at the 2022 New York Comedy Festival and received a Shorty Award in 2021 for a Boomer Stoop episode focused on gender identity and pronouns.
Style and themes
[edit]Kelso’s comedy is known for its blend of theatricality, satirical lyrics, and topics such as therapy, generational trauma, identity, and social norms. Her work has been compared to that of Garfunkel and Oates, Rachel Bloom, and other musical comedians, but with a distinctly Gen Z tone and sensibility.
Podcast and media appearances
[edit]Kelso has appeared on podcasts including V Interesting by Lemonada Media, where she discussed her creative process and experiences in comedy and digital media.
Personal life
[edit]Kelso is based in Brooklyn, New York. She maintains an active presence on social media under the handle @longislanddirt_ on TikTok and Instagram.