TULSA, Okla. (Feb. 24, 2026) — Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa will welcome the critically acclaimed comedian Ali Siddiq at 8 p.m. Thursday, May 7, at Hard Rock Live inside the casino.

Widely hailed by critics and fans alike, Siddiq has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in modern stand-up comedy. Vulture calls him “stand-up comedy’s most prolific storyteller,” a title earned through his masterful, deeply personal narratives and unmatched authenticity on stage.

A native of Houston, Texas, Siddiq developed his unmistakable storytelling style during his time of incarceration, where humor became a means of connection, survival and community. That lived experience now fuels a career that has made him one of the most respected and most-watched comedians in the world, with millions of fans across platforms.

Siddiq made history as the first comedian to release a four-part stand-up series, “The Domino Effect.” The groundbreaking saga has amassed more than 50 million combined views, with the original 2022 special alone surpassing 18 million views and ranking among the top five most-watched comedy specials of the year. Subsequent chapters, “Loss,” “First Day of School” and “Pins & Needles,” each reached millions of viewers within weeks of release, cementing Siddiq’s reputation as a master craftsman of narrative comedy and a dominant force on YouTube.

Since then, his momentum has only grown. In 2025, Siddiq released three successful specials: “My Two Sons,” which garnered more than 12 million views and an NAACP Award nomination; “Rugged,” with 7 million views; and “Mondays,” with 3 million views. He also executive-produced “Marcus D. Wiley: Marriage Is Major Surgery.”

Audiences first discovered Siddiq through appearances on HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam, Live From Gotham” and Comedy Central’s “#1 Comic to Watch” list. His viral storytelling set, “Mexicans Got on Boots,” has earned more than 16 million views and remains one of the most iconic comedy stories of the digital era.

Beyond the stage, Siddiq is a sought-after guest on some of the world’s top podcasts and programs, including “The Joe Rogan Experience,” “Club Shay Shay,” “The Breakfast Club,” “WTF With Marc Maron,” “Are You Garbage,” “Big Boy’s Neighborhood,” “VladTV,” “The Adam Carolla Show,” “Your Mom’s House” and many more.

With more than 1.2 million YouTube subscribers and 1.6 million TikTok followers, Siddiq continues to captivate audiences worldwide with stories rooted in truth, resilience and humor.

Tickets start at $24.50 and go on sale Feb. 27.

With more than 2,300 electronic games, signature restaurants and nationally acclaimed live entertainment, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is Oklahoma’s unrivaled leader for world-class gaming and hospitality. Located on I-44 east of the Tulsa metro, Hard Rock has been owned and operated by Cherokee Nation Entertainment since 1993. Its reputation is backed by national and regional recognition, earning 24 wins in CasinoPlayer Magazine’s 2025 “Best of Gaming Awards” and a record 18 wins in Tulsa World’s 2025 “Best in the World” awards. Information on upcoming shows at Hard Rock Live, Track 5., Riff’s and Amp Bar is available online at www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com or by calling (918) 384-ROCK 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. To explore upcoming events, resort amenities or special offers, connect with us on Facebook, X and Instagram. More information about One Star® Rewards is available at www.onestarrewards.com.

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