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Brett Goldstein news
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The gist
Brett Goldstein announced the Sex, Death & Small Talk fall comedy tour. Fans can catch the Ted Lasso star live in 13 cities starting Oct. 23.
Background
Brett Goldstein, known for playing Roy Kent on Ted Lasso, has announced a new stand-up comedy tour titled 'Sex, Death & Small Talk.' The tour follows the release of the fourth season of Ted Lasso and his first HBO stand-up special, 'The Second Best Night of Your Life,' which premiered in 2025 after a sold-out North American tour. The tour will visit multiple cities across North America, with tickets going on sale to the general public on August 21.
How it unfolded
- Aug 18, 2026PhillyVoice reports that Brett Goldstein will perform 'Sex, Death & Small Talk' at The Met Philadelphia on Dec. 3, with presales beginning Aug. 19 and general sale Aug. 21.
- Aug 19, 2026Eponymous Review publishes the full tour announcement, listing dates from Oct. 23 in Madison, WI through Dec. 6 in Boston, with a Chicago show on Oct. 25.
- Aug 20, 202695.7 BEN FM confirms the Philadelphia stop at The Met on Dec. 3, noting tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, Aug. 21 at 10 a.m.
- Aug 21, 2026TicketNews reports that tickets for the Chicago Theatre show on Oct. 25 are on sale now, with the performance scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.
- Aug 25, 2026The Independent and The News International report that Goldstein opened up about his depression before Ted Lasso fame, crediting a gratitude journal and therapy.
Who’s saying what
- Media
- Media outlets highlight the tour as a major event for comedy fans, noting Goldstein's Emmy-winning fame and the success of his previous special.