Erik Griffin

Erik Griffin (born March 12, 1976, in Los Angeles, California) is an American screen actor, writer, and stand-up comedian recognized for blending sharp observational humor with grounded character work. He rose to wider attention through his breakout role as Montez Walker on Comedy Central’s Workaholics, which helped establish him as a familiar face in modern TV comedy.

Griffin has continued to build a varied on-screen résumé across film and television, often playing memorable supporting roles that add energy and punch to ensemble casts. His credits include the feature comedy Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (as Driver), as well as appearances connected to the comedy world seen in projects like Alone Up There and The Payaso Comedy Slam, where he appears as himself.

Beyond headline TV work, he has taken on character parts in indie and genre-leaning titles such as First Girl I Loved (as Mr. Maldonado) and Electric Love (as Officer Joi), alongside roles in films including Wine Club (as Glenn), The Private Eye (as Crazy Carl), and The Everything Pot (as Adam).

Whether performing stand-up or acting on camera, Griffin’s appeal comes from a confident comedic voice and a knack for making even brief scenes feel lived-in and distinct.