Mishu Hilmy is an American comedian, writer, actor,

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, and playwright. He most recently wrote, performed, and executive produced the

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-parody comedy special ''Trapped in the Netflix.'' He has contributed to and appeared on ''

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''. In 2014, alongside Eric Simon, he co-wrote the

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play '' Good Morning Gitmo''. The ''

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'' has described Hilmy's humor as "something I happily cannot unsee." The Chicago theater and entertainment industry publication, '' Performink'', stated: "Hilmy’s skill with impressions and interweaving of social commentary form a strong core to this solo sketch show with a definitive voice." His comedy-special included over 30 characters and impressions. He was part of the Chicago ensemble based comedy theater Under the Gun.. ''Chicago Stage Standard''. Retrieved on March 23, 2018 While there he performed in a sketch revue alongside '' Empire's'' Antoine McKay. Hilmy has also performed at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater,

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, Annoyance Theater and

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. In 2016, Hilmy founded The Comedy Fellowship. Some of his impressions have included

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, and

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