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Megan Stalter continues to define herself as one of the most unpredictable and genuinely original voices in comedy and entertainment, with a cascade of headline-making appearances and accolades in just the past few weeks. Out magazine and The Buckeye Flame both report that Stalter, acknowledged for her irrepressible roles in Hacks and her Netflix breakout Too Much, has landed a coveted spot on the 2025 Out100 list, celebrating the year’s most influential LGBTQ+ figures. The print edition, according to BroadwayWorld, hits newsstands October 28, 2025, with Stalter joining a roll call of top talent from across entertainment and activism. Just as buzzworthy: Time magazine has named her among its TIME100 Next Rising Stars of 2025, emphasizing her growing influence and status as a creative to watch.
Stalter’s signature chaotic and heartfelt comic style has been very much on display at recent major events. According to The Hollywood Reporter and AOL, at September’s Emmys, she made a direct political statement by arriving in jeans and a white T-shirt—her bag tagged with the hand-written words 'Cease Fire!' in reference to Gaza—eschewing red carpet glamour and using her platform for activism. Variety quotes Stalter making the case for casual as cool on the carpet, advocating the power of jeans and reminding viewers of the importance of using public moments for substance and solidarity. Earlier, The Hollywood Reporter notes she turned heads at the MTV VMAs by dressing as a literal Dunkin’ Donuts coffee cup and, in a viral incident documented by Just Jared, was enthusiastically supported by Ariana Grande after several fan accounts humorously struggled to identify her in photos from the VMAs audience.
On the business and creative front, Megan’s everywhere energy is fuelled by her starring role in Lena Dunham’s Netflix series Too Much, which is drawing both critical and fan praise. Aol.com details how Lena Dunham pursued Stalter specifically for the lead, recognizing her singular comic approach. Stalter herself reflected on this collaboration as a 'dream come true,' with the two building the character Jessica—a role that is being widely cited as the latest jewel in Stalter’s growing crown as a comedic actress.
With both Hacks and Too Much riding high, Stalter is actively participating in industry events like the New Yorker Festival, as exclusively reported by The Hollywood Reporter. She’s also winning social media attention for her gonzo red carpet antics, strategic activism, and the endorsement of major stars. The Advocate spotlights her candid remarks about playing Kayla in Hacks as 'gay,' further cementing Stalter’s reputation both as a queer icon and a performer unafraid to use her characters for visibility and representation.
As of late October 2025, Megan Stalter has not only become an undeniable fixture on red carpets and inside top cultural lists, but is shaping what it means to be a comedic and authentic force in public life—using every appearance, be it silly or serious, to make a statement well beyond the surface.
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