Not a teddy bear

Derick L. Gilling brings a style of comedy that’s raw, relatable, and completely unfiltered. With a natural resting “don’t mess with me” face, he might seem intimidating at first glance, but that illusion fades fast once he hits the stage. Underneath it all, he has a big heart and a sharp eye for life’s absurdities.

Drawing heavily from his real-life experiences as a bus driver, Derick turns everyday chaos into laugh-out-loud moments. Whether it’s the unpredictable passengers, the wild stories from behind the wheel, or the sheer madness of daily routines, nothing is off-limits. He layers those stories with tales of his crazy family and the strange, hilarious dynamics he shares with his friends, creating a world that feels both personal and instantly familiar.

His delivery is dry, his timing is unexpected, and his punchlines sneak up on you in the best way. Derick doesn’t just tell jokes, he lets you ride along in his life, one brutally honest and hilariously awkward story at a time.