DANNY RICKER is a writer, producer, author, and nine-time Emmy nominee who currently serves as Co-Head Writer and Co-Executive Producer at “Jimmy Kimmel Live.”
His other notable writing credits include The Oscars (2017, 2018, 2023, & 2024), The Primetime Emmys (2012, 2016, & 2020), the White House Correspondents’ Dinner , 10+ years of Jimmy Kimmel’s annual roast at the ABC Upfront, plus commercials for Disney, Hulu, Walmart, and Lucasfilm.
Danny’s debut book “Wow, You Look Terrible!” is being released in April 2025 by Hyperion Avenue and Disney Publishing Worldwide. Pre-Order it here.
For inquiries, contact Dan Bodansky dbodansky@dixontalent.com
Photo credit: Bernd Reinhardt
Some interviews with Danny
PODCASTS
3rd & Fairfax, The WGAW Podcast
Vulture: Let Jiminy Glick Host The Next Presidential Debate
Variety: “Kimmel” Comedy Zone: Where Hollywood Late-Night Gags Are Born
IndieWire: Behind the Scenes of the 2017 Oscars
IndieWire: Behind the Scenes of the 2018 Oscars
The Hollywood Reporter: My Kid Killed Santa with Capitalism (Guest Column)