Connor Wood, widely known online as “Fibula,” has become one of the most recognizable names in modern comedy. He turned a pandemic layoff into a career built on TikTok videos, a hit podcast, and sold-out stand-up shows. In 2026, Wood took his biggest step yet, joining the cast of Dancing with the Stars Season 35. This Connor Wood biography looks at his early life, his rise as a comedian, and his current chapter in the spotlight.
Quick Facts About Connor Wood
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Connor Wood (born Connor Masich) |
| Known As | Fibula |
| Profession | Stand-up comedian, podcaster, content creator |
| Birthplace | Austin, Texas, U.S. |
| Age | Reported as 30 in 2026 press interviews (exact birth date not officially confirmed) |
| Education | University of Texas at Austin (advertising) |
| Years Active | 2020–present |
| Known For | Fibula TikTok content, “Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast,” Fibs & Friends Tour, Dancing with the Stars Season 35 |
| Podcast Partner | Brooke Averick |
| DWTS Dance Partner | Rylee Arnold |
| Net Worth (Estimated, as of 2026) | Reported around $1–2 million by entertainment sites; not independently verified |
| Representation | United Talent Agency (UTA), Framework Entertainment, Yorn, Levine, Barnes |
Early Life and Education
Connor Wood grew up in Austin, Texas, in a military family, which meant the household moved often during his childhood. He later attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he studied advertising. Public records of his early years before college are limited, so this article does not speculate beyond what has been confirmed through his university background and hometown.
After finishing college, Wood relocated to Los Angeles to start a career in marketing. He worked at two well-known companies: the dating app Bumble and the scooter company Bird. At this stage, comedy was not yet part of his public life. He was, by most accounts, a standard corporate marketing employee in a competitive city.
How a Layoff Turned Into a Comedy Career
The turning point in Wood’s story came in 2020. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, he was laid off from his marketing job. Instead of treating the setback quietly, Wood began posting comedic videos on TikTok about unemployment, dating, and everyday frustrations of that period. His tone was self-deprecating and relatable, which helped his videos spread quickly during a time when many people were also stuck at home.
That online persona became “Fibula,” a name that stuck as his content gained traction. His videos, often built around rants and observational humor, connected especially with a young, largely female audience, something Wood has said in interviews was never a specific plan. Over time, he built a following that now numbers in the millions across platforms.
The Podcast: Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast
In January 2022, Wood partnered with fellow content creator Brooke Averick to launch “Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast.” The show is distributed by TMG Studios, the podcast network founded by comedians Cody Ko and Noel Miller. On the podcast, Wood and Averick discuss pop culture and share personal stories in a casual, conversational format.
The show has performed well commercially and critically within the comedy podcast space. It reached the number one spot on Spotify’s comedy podcast chart, and Adweek named it the Best Comedy Podcast of 2024. This recognition helped establish Wood as more than a TikTok personality; he became a consistent voice in the wider comedy and podcasting industry.
Stand-Up Comedy and the Fibs & Friends Tour
Wood moved into live stand-up comedy in 2023 with a show called “Fibs & Friends.” That same year, he was named a “Comic to Watch” at the New York Comedy Festival, where he performed sold-out shows at the Gramercy Theatre.
By December 2023, he had announced his first nationwide tour under the same name, starting with eleven cities in February 2024. The tour quickly expanded. Within its first year, it had sold out more than 70 shows, including international dates in London and Dublin. Reporting from Deadline in July 2025 noted that Wood had sold roughly 34,500 tickets across 103 shows, with dates continuing to be added through 2026.
Along the way, Wood shared stages with established comedians, including Tiffany Haddish and Bill Burr, and appeared as a guest on comedian Jake Shane’s tour, including a show at Radio City Music Hall in June 2025. In 2025, Wood also relocated from Los Angeles to New York City, a move he has discussed in interviews as part of building his career on the East Coast comedy and podcasting scene. He has also been credited as an NBC correspondent covering the 2026 Olympic Games, adding a mainstream broadcast credit to his résumé.
Joining Dancing with the Stars (2026)
The biggest new development in Wood’s career arrived in 2026. ABC announced that Connor Wood would join the cast of Dancing with the Stars Season 35, paired with professional dancer Rylee Arnold, who was entering her fourth season as a main pro on the show. The announcement made Wood one of several digital-native comedians and influencers to cross over into mainstream competition television that season, alongside actors, athletes, and other public figures.
Speaking to Page Six Radio ahead of the premiere, Wood described the opportunity in direct terms, saying it had been “a pipe dream” for him and that turning down a spot on the show was never really an option. He has been open about having little formal dance background, but has also said he was surprised by how much he improved during rehearsals leading up to the premiere.
Wood has also used the show as a platform for his comedic personality off the dance floor, working with the DWTS costume team on bold, attention-grabbing looks for his performances. Season 35 of Dancing with the Stars premiered on September 15, 2026, with Wood and Arnold performing as part of the first night of competition. As of this article’s last update, results from ongoing weeks of the competition, including any eliminations, had not yet been confirmed, so this piece will be updated as the season progresses.
Recognition and Achievements
Wood’s rise has been acknowledged by several media outlets. He was included in Variety’s Comedy Impact Report alongside established names like Conan O’Brien, Sarah Silverman, and Amy Poehler. The Hollywood Reporter also featured him on its Creator A-List. Vice described him as an “accidental girls’ girl comedian,” a label that has followed him in later coverage as a way of summarizing his connection with a largely female fan base built through relatable, non-abrasive humor.
Personal Life
Wood has kept most of his personal life, including relationship status and exact birth date, out of public reporting. Some entertainment sites list a birth date of September 11, 1995, but this has not been confirmed through an official source or verified public record, so it should be treated as unconfirmed rather than fact. Where his age has been reported in 2026 press coverage, outlets have listed him as 30 years old.
How This Was Researched
I researched this biography using Connor Wood’s official Wikipedia entry, verified entertainment reporting from outlets including Deadline, Vice, GQ, and Page Six, and official cast information published by ABC and Dancing with the Stars. I also reviewed existing bio pages from talent agencies and fan sites to see what they covered. Most existing coverage was thin on his 2026 Dancing with the Stars storyline and lacked a clear, sourced timeline of his career, which this article tries to fill. Where a detail, such as his exact birth date, could not be confirmed across reliable sources, I noted that clearly instead of guessing.
FAQ
Who is Connor Wood, also known as Fibula?
Connor Wood is an American stand-up comedian, podcaster, and content creator who built his following on TikTok after being laid off from a marketing job in 2020. In 2026, he joined the cast of Dancing with the Stars Season 35.
What is Connor Wood’s real name?
According to public records referenced by Wikipedia, Wood’s birth name is Connor Masich.
What podcast does Connor Wood host?
He co-hosts “Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast” with Brooke Averick, a show that was named Best Comedy Podcast of 2024 by Adweek.
Is Connor Wood on Dancing with the Stars?
Yes. Wood competed on Season 35 of Dancing with the Stars, paired with professional dancer Rylee Arnold. The season premiered on September 15, 2026.
What did Connor Wood do before becoming a comedian?
He worked in marketing for Bumble and Bird after graduating from the University of Texas at Austin, before being laid off in 2020 and turning to comedy on TikTok.
What is Connor Wood’s net worth?
Some entertainment sites estimate his net worth at around $1–2 million as of 2026, but this figure is not independently verified and should be treated as an estimate rather than a confirmed number.
Accuracy Note
This biography is based on publicly available information, including interviews, official cast announcements, and verified news coverage. If you spot anything outdated or incorrect, please let us know so we can update it.