Ramy Youssef (Queens, New York, 1991) is an Egyptian-American actor, comedian, writer, and director. He achieved international fame as the creator and star of the critically acclaimed series Ramy (Hulu, 2019-present), which earned him a Golden Globe.

Although best known for television, his acting style is distinguished by observational and introspective comedy, often laced with drama, exploring themes of identity, Muslim faith, and generational challenges in the United States. On the big screen, his most notable role to date was as Max McCandles in Yorgos Lanthimos's award-winning film Poor Things (2023), which catapulted him into a prominent cinematic arena. Youssef has established himself as an original voice in contemporary cinema, capable of balancing humor and depth.