Abigail Covington

Abigail Covington is a writer and contributing editor at Esquire magazine. Her journalism has appeared in The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Slate, The Nation, Them, Oxford American, and Pitchfork.

Ellen Struggles to Really See Herself in Final Special

‘FOR YOUR APPROVAL’

In her new and final stand-up special, the legendary comedian can’t let go of the past.

Abigail Covington | Published Sep 24, 2024

Ramy Youssef Takes on Haters Who Think He Should Like Hamas

FEELING THE HEAT

In his new stand-up special “More Feelings,” comedian Ramy Youssef refuses to be told how to feel about Gaza—or anything else.

Abigail Covington | Published Mar 20, 2024