Many female comedians have been killing it for years, from those who have been doing it all their life to those who make a successful career out of comedy later in life. Some of the sexiest female comedians in the world have been compiled by us. On this list, some are rising stars, while others have been delighting crowds for years. Others, however, concealed their pain and struggles with mental health problems using humor.
1. Whitney Cummings
Whitney Cummings | Information |
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Full Name | Whitney Cummings |
Birthdate | September 4, 1982 (age 40) |
Birthplace | Washington, D.C., U.S. |
Medium | Stand-up, television, film |
Education | University of Pennsylvania (BA) |
Years Active | 2004–present |
Genres | Observational comedy |
Subject(s) | Gender differences, sexism, human sexuality, relationships |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Stand-up comedian, actress, writer, director, producer, podcaster |
Notable Works | 2 Broke Girls, Whitney, The Female Brain, Roseanne |
Stand-up Debut | 2004 |
Specials | Whitney Cummings: Money Shot, I Love You, I’m Your Girlfriend, Can I Touch It? |
Podcast | Good for You |
Published Book | I’m Fine…And Other Lies |
Personal Life | Engaged in the past, but engagement called off; expecting a son in 2023 |
Influences | Paul Reiser, George Carlin, Dave Attell, Lenny Bruce, Bill Hicks |
Whitney Cummings, an American stand-up comedian, actress, writer, producer, director, investor, and podcaster, was born on September 4, 1982.
Whitney establishes herself as a Hollywood diva with her own HBO television program, “Whitney,” and has appeared on the covers of the magazines Maxim and Elle.
Many people look up to Whitney Cummings and cite her career as evidence that it’s acceptable to be both funny and smart.
2. Marion Davies
Marion Davies | Information |
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Full Name | Marion Davies |
Born | January 3, 1897 |
Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
Died | September 22, 1961 |
Resting Place | Hollywood Forever Cemetery |
Occupations | Actress, Producer, Screenwriter, Philanthropist |
Years Active | 1914–1937 |
Spouse | Horace G. Brown (married in 1951) |
Partner | William Randolph Hearst (1917–1951) |
Children | Patricia Lake (alleged) |
Education | Educated in a religious convent |
Broadway Appearances | Runaway Romany, Ziegfeld Follies |
Box Office Success | Number one female box office star in Hollywood |
Scandal | Linked to scandal involving Thomas Ince’s death |
Retirement | Retired from screen to care for Hearst and charity work |
Legacy | Associated with Citizen Kane |
Marion Davies was an American actress, comedian, producer, screenwriter, and philanthropist who lived from January 3, 1897, to September 22, 1961. Davies, who was educated in a convent, left the institution to pursue a career as a chorus member.
Because Marion Davies was a very private person, few people were aware of her depression struggles. She wondered if people were talking about her for a large portion of her later life while lying in bed. After a nervous breakdown, electroshock therapy was used on Davies.
3. Tichina Arnold
Tichina Arnold | Information |
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Full Name | Tichina Rolanda Arnold |
Birthdate | June 28, 1969 |
Birthplace | Queens, New York City, U.S. |
Occupations | Actress, Singer |
Known For | Portraying Pamela “Pam” James on the sitcom Martin and Rochelle on Everybody Hates Chris |
Years Active | 1983–present |
Education | Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts |
Notable Roles | Zena Brown on Ryan’s Hope, Sharla Valentine on All My Children, Pamela James on Martin, Rochelle on Everybody Hates Chris, Judi Mann on Happily Divorced, Cassie Calloway on Survivor’s Remorse, Tina Butler on The Neighborhood, Paulette on Lockdown |
Musical Career | Genres: R&B, Soul, Gospel; Instruments: Vocals |
Business Venture | Founder of “China Moon Rags,” a designer headgear company |
Charitable Work | Co-founder of the We Win Foundation, supporting people with lupus |
Family | Mother: Diane (Sanitation worker), Father: Gene Arnold (Police officer) |
Spouses | Lamon Brewster (m. 1993; div. 1997), DaRico Hines (m. 2012; div. 2016) |
Partner | Carvin Haggins (2002–2007) |
Children | Alijah Kai Haggins (born March 16, 2004) |
An American singer and actress by the name of Tichina Rolanda Arnold was born on June 28, 1969.
One of the names on this list that is most well-known is Tichina Arnold. She is also one of the youngest; you might recognize her as the crazy woman who threw a chair at Lil Jon in the “We Hardly Knew Ye” video because she helped plan it.
4. Janeane Garofalo
Janeane Garofalo | Information |
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Full Name | Janeane Marie Garofalo |
Birthdate | September 28, 1964 (age 58) |
Birthplace | Newton, New Jersey, U.S. |
Medium | Stand-up, film, television, radio |
Years Active | 1985–present |
Genres | Alternative comedy |
Notable Works | The Truth About Cats and Dogs, Wet Hot American Summer, Reality Bites, Mystery Men |
Television Programs | The Ben Stiller Show, The Larry Sanders Show, 24, Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce |
Awards | Two Primetime Emmy Award nominations |
An American actress, comedian, and former co-host of the now-defunct Air America Radio program The Majority Report, Janeane Marie Garofalo was born on September 28, 1964.
Various television and film roles have made Janeane Garofalo famous. Although she has a reputation for tackling just about any subject, she has established herself as a supporter of women’s rights and mental health issues.
5. Lena Dunham
Lena Dunham | Information |
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Full Name | Lena Dunham |
Birthdate | May 13, 1986 |
Birthplace | New York City, U.S. |
Alma Mater | Oberlin College (BA) |
Occupations | Writer, Director, Actress, Producer |
Years Active | 2006–present |
Spouse | Luis Felber (m. 2021) |
Parents | Carroll Dunham (father), Laurie Simmons (mother) |
Relatives | Cyrus Grace Dunham (sibling) |
Television Series | Creator, Writer, and Star of HBO’s Girls |
Film Accomplishments | Independent Spirit Award for Best First Screenplay |
Notable Works | Girls, Tiny Furniture, Sharp Stick, Catherine Called Birdy |
Literary Works | Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She’s “Learned” |
Recognition | Included in Time 100 list of most influential people |
American writer, director, actress, and producer Lena Dunham was born on May 13, 1986. She is well-known for being the creator, writer, and star of the HBO television series Girls (2012–2017), for which she received multiple nominations for Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards.
Lena Dunham has been performing comedy since she was a young child, so whether she’s writing it or performing it, it comes easily to her. Most of the episodes of the popular HBO series Girls are written and directed by her as well.
6. Debra Messing
Debra Messing | Information |
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Full Name | Debra Messing |
Birthdate | August 15, 1968 |
Birthplace | New York City, U.S. |
Education | Brandeis University (BA), New York University (MFA) |
Occupation | Actress |
Years Active | 1994–present |
Breakthrough Role | Grace Adler on the sitcom “Will & Grace” |
Golden Globe Award Nominations | 7 |
Primetime Emmy Award Nominations | 5 (Won once in 2003) |
Debra Lynn Messing, an American actress, was born on August 15, 1968. After graduating from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in 1998, she had brief appearances on television shows such as “Ned and Stacey” (Fox, 1995-1997) and “Prey” (ABC). Messing’s breakthrough role came as Grace Adler, an interior designer, on the NBC sitcom “Will & Grace” (1998-2006, 2017-2020), which earned her five Primetime Emmy Award nominations and seven Golden Globe Award nominations for Outstanding Lead Actress. She won one Golden Globe in 2003.
7. Gilda Radner
Gilda Radner | Information |
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Full Name | Gilda Susan Radner |
Birthdate | June 28, 1946 |
Birthplace | Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
Died | May 20, 1989 (aged 42) |
Resting Place | Long Ridge Union Cemetery |
Alma Mater | University of Michigan |
Occupations | Actress, Comedian, Writer, Singer |
Notable Achievements | Emmy Award (1978) Grammy Award (1990) Hollywood Walk of Fame (2003) |
Cause of Death | Ovarian cancer |
Philanthropic Contributions | Inspired cancer support organizations |
Autobiography | “It’s Always Something” |
Notable Characters | Roseanne Roseannadanna, Emily Litella, Baba Wawa |
Relationships | Gene Wilder (Husband), G. E. Smith (Ex-husband) |
Recognitions | Inducted into Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame (1992) |
Gilda Susan Radner was an American actress, comedian, and singer who lived from June 28, 1946, to May 20, 1989. From the show’s inception in 1975 until her departure in 1980, Radner was one of seven original actors of the “Not Ready For Prime Time Players” on the NBC sketch comedy program Saturday Night Live. She specialized in mocking television stereotypes like advice givers and news anchors in her SNL routines. Radner received an Emmy for her work on the program in 1978. She also played those roles in her wildly popular one-woman show that premiered on Broadway in 1979. Her work on SNL made Radner a legendary figure in the annals of American comedy.
8. Fran Drescher
Fran Drescher | Information |
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Full Name | Fran Drescher |
Birthdate | September 30, 1957 |
Birthplace | Queens, New York, U.S. |
Occupation | Actress, Comedian, Writer, Activist, Trade Union Leader |
Known For | Starring in “The Nanny” (1993–1999) |
Years Active | 1977–present |
Spouse | Peter Marc Jacobson (m. 1978; div. 1999) |
Partner | Shiva Ayyadurai (2014–2016) |
Nationality | American |
Awards/Nominations | Nominated for Emmy Awards and Golden Globe Awards for Best Actress in a Comedy Television Series |
Notable Works | “The Nanny” (TV Series), “Happily Divorced” (TV Series), “Hotel Transylvania” (Animated Film Series) |
Education | Queens College, City University of New York |
Philanthropy | Advocate for LGBT rights and cancer awareness |
Additional Facts | Broadway debut in “Cinderella” (2014), Co-creator of “The Nanny” TV show with ex-husband Peter Marc Jacobson |
Francine Joy Drescher, an American actress, comedian, writer, activist, and union leader, was born on September 30, 1957. She is well-known for playing Fran Fine in the 1993–1999 television sitcom The Nanny, which she and her then–husband Peter Marc Jacobson both created and produced.
9. Lucille Ball
Lucille Ball | Information |
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Full Name | Lucille Ball |
Birthdate | August 6, 1911 |
Birthplace | Jamestown, New York, U.S. |
Occupation | Actress, comedian, producer |
Known for | I Love Lucy, The Lucy Show |
Awards | 13 Primetime Emmy Awards |
Notable Productions | Produced and starred in the Broadway musical Wildcat |
Television Studio | First woman to run a major television studio, Desilu Productions |
Major TV Series | Mission: Impossible, Star Trek |
Legacy | Inducted into Television Hall of Fame |
Death | April 26, 1989, Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Burial Place | Lake View Cemetery, Jamestown, NY |
Lucille Ball was a trailblazing female comedian and actress who broke down stereotypes and opened the way for future generations of female entertainers. Ball began her career as a model before turning to act and appearing in over 70 films. She was born on August 6, 1911. Her appearance as Lucy Ricardo in the classic television program “I Love Lucy,” however, secured her position in comedy history. Ball’s comedic timing, physical humor, and endearing demeanor won her fans worldwide, and “I Love Lucy” remains one of the most amazing sitcoms of all time. Aside from her acting career.
10. Anjelah Johnson
Anjelah Johnson | Information |
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Full Name | Anjelah Nicole Johnson-Reyes |
Birthdate | May 14, 1982 |
Birthplace | San Jose, California, U.S. |
Profession | Actress, Comedian, Former NFL cheerleader |
Notable Works | MADtv, Bon Qui Qui character |
Years Active | 2006–present |
Genres | Stand-up comedy, Sketch comedy |
Education | Studied speech communications at De Anza College |
YouTube Fame | Stand-up routine as a Vietnamese nail salon employee gained popularity |
ALMA Award Nomination | Outstanding Female Performance in a Comedy Television Series for MADtv |
Spokesperson | “TC Girl” for Taco Cabana, national campaign spokesperson for “Don’t be an S.O.V.” campaign |
Stand-up Specials | Homecoming Show (Netflix), Not Fancy (Netflix) |
Marital Status | Married to Manwell Reyes |
Children | Daughter named Rosalie Harlow Reyes |
Background | Mexican and Native American descent, raised in a devout Christian family |
Athletic Achievements | Pop Warner cheerleader, Oakland Raiderettes member, performed at Super Bowl XXXVII |
Anjelah Nicole Johnson-Reyes (born May 14, 1982) is a former NFL cheerleader and actress. During the 13th season of MADtv, Johnson was a cast member. Her characters included a Vietnamese nail salon worker named M Linh/Tammy, and a rude fast food employee turned music star named Bon Qui Qui (the latter of whom has gained popularity outside of Johnson’s brief appearance on MADtv).
11. Mindy Kaling
Mindy Kaling | Information |
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Full Name | Mindy Kaling |
Birthdate | June 24, 1979 |
Birthplace | Waltham, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Education | Buckingham Browne & Nichols School |
Alma Mater | Dartmouth College (AB) |
Occupations | Actress, comedian, screenwriter, producer |
Years Active | 2002–present |
Children | 2 |
Notable Achievements | – Received two Screen Actors Guild Awards |
Comedy Career | – Starred as Kelly Kapoor in the NBC sitcom The Office |
Film Career | – Voice roles in Despicable Me, Wreck-It Ralph, and Inside Out |
Published Works | – Memoirs: “Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns)” and “Why Not Me?” reached The New York Times Best Seller list |
Early Life | – Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, to Indian parents who met while working in Nigeria |
Influences | – Comedy series Dr. Katz, Saturday Night Live, Frasier, and Cheers |
Vera Mindy Chokalingam (born June 24, 1979) is an American actress, comedian, screenwriter, and producer better known as Mindy Kaling. She rose to prominence as Kelly Kapoor on the NBC sitcom The Office (2005–2013), where Vera also worked as a writer, executive producer, director. She received a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series for Vera’s work on the show.
12. Kaley Cuoco
Kaley Cuoco | Information |
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Full Name | Kaley Cuoco |
Birthdate | November 30, 1985 (age 37) |
Birthplace | Camarillo, California, U.S. |
Occupation | Actress |
Years Active | 1992–present |
Spouses | Ryan Sweeting, Karl Cook |
Partner | Tom Pelphrey |
Children | 1 |
Notable Role | Bridget Hennessy on 8 Simple Rules |
Awards | Satellite Award, Critics’ Choice Award, |
Productions | Founder of Yes, Norman Productions |
Notable Series | The Flight Attendant, Harley Quinn |
Walk of Fame Star | Received star in 2014 |
Sports Background | Former ranked amateur tennis player |
Notable Nominations | Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, |
Kaley Christine Cuoco (born on November 30, 1985) is an actress from the United States. She scored her breakout role as Bridget Hennessy on the ABC sitcom 8 Simple Rules after a string of supporting film and television performances in the late 1990s (2002–2005).
Kaley Cuoco rose to prominence on “The Big Bang Theory” as a blonde airhead. Tonight is the final installment of that show, and Kaley is ready for a new chapter. Rumors have circulated that she may appear in a revival of “The Office” or a new comedy called “Dealbreakers.”
13. Betty White
Betty White | Information |
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Full Name | Betty Marion White |
Birthdate | January 17, 1922 |
Birthplace | Oak Park, Illinois, U.S. |
Other Names | Betty Marion White Ludden |
Occupations | Actress, Comedian |
Years Active | 1939-2021 |
Notable Work | The Golden Girls, The Golden Palace, Mary Tyler Moore, Hot in Cleveland, The Betty White Show |
Spouses | Dick Barker (m. 1945; div. 1945) Lane Allen (m. 1947; div. 1949) Allen Ludden (m. 1963; died 1981) |
Pioneer of TV | First woman to produce a sitcom (Life with Elizabeth) |
Game Show Icon | Notable appearances on game shows like Password, Match Game, Tattletales, To Tell the Truth, The Hollywood Squares, and The $25,000 Pyramid. First woman to receive the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host |
Sitcom Star | Memorable roles in The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Golden Girls, and Hot in Cleveland |
Late Career Resurgence | Starred in The Proposal (2009) and hosted Saturday Night Live, earning a Primetime Emmy Award |
Guinness World Records | Longest TV career by a female entertainer (2014, 2018) |
Awards and Honors | Seven Emmy Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, a Grammy Award. Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and inducted into the Television Hall of Fame |
American actress and comedian Betty Marion White was born on January 17, 1922, and she passed away on December 31, 2021. She was a pioneer of early television with a career spanning over seven decades. She was renowned for her extensive body of work in entertainment and for being one of the first women to work equally in front of and behind the camera. She was the first woman to create a sitcom when she both produced and appeared in Life with Elizabeth (1953–1955).
14. Amanda Bynes
Amanda Bynes | Information |
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Full Name | Amanda Bynes |
Birthdate | April 3, 1986 |
Birthplace | Thousand Oaks, California, U.S. |
Alma Mater | Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising |
Occupation | Actress |
Known For | Not Another Teen Movie, She’s the Man, Easy A, Hairspray, and more |
Years Active | 1996-present |
Notable Works | The Amanda Show, What I Like About You, Hairspray, Easy A, She’s the Man, and more |
Personal Struggles | Mental health challenges, conservatorship from 2013 to 2022 |
Childhood & Upbringing | Born and raised in Thousand Oaks, California, with diverse heritage, exposure to acting from a young age |
Achievements | Multiple Kids’ Choice Awards, Teen Choice Awards, Young Artist Award nominations, and more |
Philanthropy | No specific information available |
Amanda Laura Bynes (April 3, 1986) is a well-known American actress who worked in television and movies in the 1990s and 2000s.
The former youngster has made headlines for all the wrong reasons, but her brilliance and humor cannot be denied. Amanda Bynes is also incredibly responsible in that she hasn’t used pot since 2012. Amanda Bynes had her own Nickelodeon sitcom called All That when she was younger, and she subsequently co-starred in the 2007 comedy How to Deal with Keri Russell.
15. Sommore
Sommore | Information |
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Full Name | Sommore (Lori Ann Rambough) |
Birthdate | May 15, 1966 |
Birthplace | Trenton, New Jersey, U.S. |
Occupation(s) | Comedian, actress |
Known For | “Diva of Contemporary Comedy” |
Education | McCorristin Catholic High School, Morris Brown College (Business Administration) |
Early Life | Raised in Trenton, New Jersey |
Career Path | Started comedy career after working various jobs |
Writing Skills | Attributes comedy success to strong writing skills |
Influences | Influenced by her father, a writer and English teacher |
TV Appearances | HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, Showtime at the Apollo, The Hughleys, The Parkers, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Comedy Central Roast of Flavor Flav |
Film Appearances | Friday After Next, Soul Plane, Dirty Laundry |
Stand-up Special | “The Queen Stands Alone” (written and produced by Sommore) |
Weight Loss Journey | Participant on Celebrity Fit Club, lost 11 pounds |
Netflix Special | “Sommore: The Reign Continues” (2015) |
Residences | Trenton, Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale, Miami |
Family | Half-sister: Nia Long |
Sommore (born on May 15, 1966) is an American comedian and actress. Her comedic style, dubbed the “Diva of Contemporary Comedy,” is characterized by biting sarcasm and candid discussions about money, sex, and gender equality. She rose to prominence as the first female host of the long-running Black Entertainment Television stand-up showcase ComicView, as well as one of four female comedians who headlined The Queens of Comedy tour.
16. Mary Louise Parker
Mary Louise Parker | Information |
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Full Name | Mary Louise Parker |
Birthdate | August 2, 1964 |
Birthplace | Columbia, South Carolina, U.S. |
Education | University of North Carolina School of the Arts (BFA) |
Occupation | Actress |
Years Active | 1988–present |
Partner | Billy Crudup (1996–2003) |
Children | 2 |
Broadway Debut | “Prelude to a Kiss” (1990) |
Tony Award Wins | 2001 – Best Actress in a Play (“Proof”) |
Tony Award Wins | 2019 – Best Actress in a Play (“The Sound Inside”) |
Tony Award Nom. | 2022 – Best Actress in a Play (“How I Learned to Drive”) |
Golden Globe Wins | 2006 – Best Actress – Television Series (“Weeds”) |
Emmy Award Wins | 2003 – Best Supporting Actress – Miniseries (“Angels in America”) |
Memoir | “Dear Mr. You” (Published in 2015) |
Humanitarian Work | Supporter of Hope North organization |
Mary Louise Parker, an actress, screenwriter, and comedic actress, was born on August 2, 1964. Her maternal grandfather is Swedish, and she also has English, Scottish, Irish, German, and Dutch ancestry. Parker’s childhood included stints in South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas, as well as Thailand, Germany, and France due to her father’s professional travels. As she noted, “My parents did everything they could; I had books, a home, clothes, and a warm bed, but I was not happy.” she referred to her childhood as being “profoundly unhappy.” In Tempe, Arizona, she completed her high school education at Marcos de Niza. Parker earned a drama major and a degree in 1986 from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts.
17. Mary Tyler Moore
Mary Tyler Moore | Information |
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Full Name | Mary Tyler Moore |
Birthdate | December 29, 1936 |
Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City |
Death | January 25, 2017 |
Resting Place | Oak Lawn Cemetery, Fairfield, Connecticut |
Education | Immaculate Heart High School |
Occupations | Actress, producer, activist |
Years Active | 1955-2013 |
Height | 5 ft 7 in |
Spouses | Richard Meeker, Grant Tinker, Robert Levine |
Children | 1 |
Mary Tyler Moore who was an American actress, producer, and social activist who died on January 25, 2017, at the age of 82. She went to St. Rose of Lima Parochial School up until the third grade and was the oldest of three kids. Her brother passed away from kidney cancer at the age of 47, and her sister Elizabeth passed away from alcohol and painkillers at the age of 21.
18. Cobie Smulders
Cobie Smulders | Information |
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Full Name | Cobie Smulders |
Date of Birth | April 3, 1982 |
Birthplace | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
Nationality | Canadian |
Occupation | Actress |
Known For | Starring as Robin Scherbatsky in “How I Met Your Mother” |
Other Notable Roles | Dex Parios in “Stumptown” |
Education | Attended Lord Byng Secondary School |
Spouse | Taran Killam (married in 2012) |
Children | Two daughters: Shaelyn Cado Killam and Janita Mae Killam |
Cancer Survival | Overcame ovarian cancer diagnosis at age 25 |
Citizenship | Dual citizenship: Canada and the United States |
Philanthropy | Advocate for ocean conservation and COVID-19 relief |
A Canadian actress named Jacoba Francisca Maria “Cobie” Smulders was born on April 3, 1982. She was raised in White Rock, British Columbia, and later relocated to the affluent West Point Grey district to attend Lord Byng Secondary School for high school. Her great-aunt, from whom she inherited the moniker “Cobie,” inspired her choice of name. Smulders calls herself “a fluent listener” of French. There are four sisters in her family. Smulders was a Brownie in the Girl Guides of Canada when she was a young girl (Girl Guide program for 7- to 10-year-olds).
19. Gillian Jacobs
Gillian Jacobs | Information |
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Full Name | Gillian MacLaren Jacobs |
Birthdate | October 19, 1982 |
Birthplace | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Occupations | Actress, Director |
Known For | Community, Girls, Love, Invincible |
Notable Films | Gardens of the Night, Life Partners, Don’t Think Twice, I Used to Go Here |
TV Series | Community, Girls, Love, Transatlantic, Invincible |
Education | Juilliard School (BFA) – Graduated in 2004 |
Theatre Productions | The Fabulous Life of a Size Zero, A Feminine Ending, The Little Flower of East Orange |
Directing Projects | The Queen of Code (documentary short), Curated (narrative film short) |
Podcast | Periodic Talks (STEM-focused podcast) |
Personal Choice | Abstains from alcohol and recreational drugs due to family history of addiction |
American comedian, actress, and filmmaker Gillian MacLaren Jacobs was born on October 19, 1982. She was reared by her mother in Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania, after her parents separated when she was two years old. Before it closed in 1978, her grandpa served as president and CEO of the Erie Brewing Company, which was owned by her family (and should not be confused with the latter brewery of the same name). When she was four years old, she started acting lessons, and throughout her childhood, she took acting workshops on the weekends at the Pittsburgh Playhouse.
20. Tisha Campbell-Martin
Tisha CampbellMartin | Information |
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Full Name | Tisha Campbell-Martin |
Birthdate | October 13, 1968 |
Birthplace | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, U.S. |
Occupations | Actress, Singer |
Years Active | 1977–present |
Spouse | Duane Martin |
Children | 2 |
Musical Career | Origin: Newark, New Jersey, U.S. |
Film Debut | Little Shop of Horrors (1986) |
Notable Films | School Daze (1988), Boomerang (1992), Sprung (1997) |
TV Shows | Martin (1992–1997), My Wife and Kids (2001–2005) |
Organizations | Co-founder of Colored My Mind |
Philanthropy | Childhood autism awareness |
Divorce | Duane Martin (divorced in 2020) |
American comedian, actor, and singer Tisha Michelle Campbell was born on October 13, 1968. Her mother, Mona (née Raye) Shockley (now Mona Washington), was a gospel singer, vocal instructor, talent manager, and nurse. Her father, Clifton Campbell, is a chess master who tutors disadvantaged kids in addition to working as a factory worker and vocalist. Her parents supported her passion for music.
Three younger brothers, a younger sister, and an elder brother make up Campbell’s family.
Campbell claimed that a male family member who was watching her when she was three years old sexually assaulted her during an interview in 2014 on the daytime chat show The Daily Helpline.
21. Kat Dennings
Kat Dennings | Information |
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Full Name | Katherine Victoria Litwack (known professionally as Kat Dennings) |
Birthdate | June 13, 1986 (age 37) |
Birthplace | Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Occupation | Actress |
Partner(s) | Andrew W.K. (engaged) |
Known For | Starring roles in “2 Broke Girls” and the Marvel Cinematic Universe |
Notable Works | Thor, Thor: The Dark World, Thor: Love and Thunder, WandaVision |
Film Debut | Raise Your Voice (2004) |
Breakthrough Role | Max Black in the sitcom “2 Broke Girls” |
Awards | Nominated for Best Actress (International Press Academy’s Satellite Award) |
Education | Homeschooled; briefly enrolled at Friends’ Central School |
Recent Projects | Dollface, WandaVision, Thor: Love and Thunder |
Personal Life | Engaged to musician Andrew W.K.; animal welfare supporter |
Katherine Victoria Litwack, an American actress and comedian better known by her stage name Kat Dennings, was born on June 13, 1986. For years, the actress and former cast member of Saturday Night Live has been shattering people’s hearts. Dennings, who is now 33, gained notoriety for her pencil-thin form at first, then for the sympathetic and well-written character she played in 2 Broke Girls. The romantic comedy Downsizing by Beth Behrs starring Kat Dennings in 2014.
22. Amy Poehler
Amy Poehler | Information |
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Full Name | Amy Poehler |
Birthdate | September 16, 1971 (age 51) |
Birthplace | Newton, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Alma Mater | Boston College |
Occupations | Comedian, Actress, Writer, Producer, Director |
Years active | 1996–present |
Notable Works | Saturday Night Live, Parks and Recreation |
Spouse | Will Arnett (m. 2003; div. 2016) |
Children | 2 |
Relatives | Greg Poehler (Brother) |
Awards | Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a TV Musical or Comedy Series (2014) |
Comedy Career | Medium: Television, Film, Theatre, Books |
Notable Collaborations | Tina Fey, Seth Meyers, Maya Rudolph, Will Ferrell, and more |
Contributions | Co-anchor of SNL’s Weekend Update, Leslie Knope in Parks and Recreation |
Honors | Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (2015), Primetime Emmy Award (2016) |
Personal Background | Raised in Burlington, Massachusetts, Catholic upbringing |
Influences | Carol Burnett, Gilda Radner, Catherine O’Hara, and more |
Education | Bachelor’s degree in Media and Communications from Boston College |
Amy Poehler, an American comedian, actress, writer, producer, and director, was born on September 16, 1971. Poehler co-founded the improv comedy group Upright Citizens Brigade in the early 1990s after learning improv at Chicago’s Second City and ImprovOlympic. The group relocated to New York City in 1996, and in 1998 Comedy Central broadcast their act as a half-hour sketch comedy series. Poehler co-founded the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre alongside other comedians in the organization.
23. Madeline Kahn
Madeline Kahn | Information |
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Full Name | Madeline Kahn |
Birthdate | September 29, 1942 |
Birthplace | Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Education | Hofstra University |
Occupations | Actress, Comedian, Singer |
Years active | 1964-1999 |
Spouse | John Hansbury (married in 1999) |
Date of Death | December 3, 1999 (aged 57) |
Place of Death | New York City, U.S. |
Notable Films | Blazing Saddles (1974), Young Frankenstein (1974), Paper Moon (1973), Clue (1985), History of the World, Part I (1981) |
Tony Awards | Nominated for Best Actress in a Play for In the Boom Boom Room (1974), On the Twentieth Century (1978), and won for The Sisters Rosensweig (1993) |
Daytime Emmy Award | Won for ABC Afterschool Special (1987) |
Musical Contributions | Recorded the song “I’m Tired” for the Blazing Saddles soundtrack (1974), released a self-titled album “Madeline Kahn” in 1976 |
Early Life | Born Madeline Gail Wolfson in Boston, Massachusetts, raised in a nonobservant Jewish family, attended Manumit School in Bristol, Pennsylvania, graduated from Martin Van Buren High School in Queens, New York, earned a drama scholarship to Hofstra University and graduated in 1964 |
Stage Career | Broadway debut in Leonard Sillman’s New Faces of 1968, Tony Award nominations for In the Boom Boom Room (1974) and On the Twentieth Century (1978), starred in The Sisters Rosensweig, winning a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play (1993) |
Film Career | Film debut in What’s Up, Doc? (1972), notable roles in Paper Moon (1973) and Blazing Saddles (1974), collaborated with Mel Brooks in several films, appeared in Clue (1985), Nixon (1995), and others |
TV Career | Starred in the sitcom Oh Madeline (1983-1984), won a Daytime Emmy Award for an ABC Afterschool Special (1987), featured in Cosby (1996-1999) |
Legacy | Known for her comedic talent and versatility, remembered for iconic roles in Brooks’ films, bench dedicated in her memory in Central Park |
Madeline Kahn used to be an awesome American actress and singer referred to for her versatility and comedic skills. She used to be born in Boston on September 29, 1942, and started her profession as a cabaret singer earlier than transferring on to the massive screen. Kahn used to be most diagnosed for her comedy components in motion pictures such as “Blazing Saddles,” “Young Frankenstein,” and “Paper Moon,” in which she proved her wonderful comedic timing, expressive voice, and capability to carry humor and heart to her characters. Her contributions to comedy have earned her quite a number of honors, together with an Academy Award nomination for her work in the movie “Paper Moon.” Madeline Kahn continues to encourage comedians and entertainers round the world, and her legacy lives on by using her top notch performances.
24. Zooey Deschanel
Zooey Deschanel | Information |
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Full Name | Zooey Deschanel |
Birthdate | January 17, 1980 |
Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Occupations | Actress, Musician |
Years Active | 1998–present |
Spouses | Ben Gibbard, Jacob Pechenik |
Children | 2 |
Parents | Caleb Deschanel, Mary Jo Deschanel |
Relatives | Emily Deschanel (sister) |
Genres | Indie pop, Folk, Jazz |
Instruments | Vocals, Piano, Ukulele |
Labels | Merge, Double Six, Columbia, Fantasy |
Member of | She & Him |
Co-Founder | HelloGiggles |
Education | Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences, Northwestern University |
Film Debut | Mumford |
Notable Films | Almost Famous, Elf, 500 Days of Summer, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy |
Television Series | New Girl |
Awards | Nominations: Primetime Emmy Award, Golden Globe Awards |
Zooey Deschanel is an American actress and singer recognized for her special style, quirky charm, and comedic talent. Born on January 17, 1980, in Los Angeles, Deschanel started her appearing profession in the late 1990s, rapidly making a identify for herself with her unconventional appearance and magnetic personality. She is fantastically recognised for her function as Jess in the famous TV collection “New Girl,” the place where she obtained crucial acclaim for her comedic overall performance and gained over audiences with her quirky humor and infectious energy. Deschanel’s contributions to the world of comedy have earned her several accolades, inclusive of the Golden Globes and Primetime Emmy nominations. With her talent, charm, and one-of-a-kind style, Zooey Deschanel stays a cherished determiner in the world of entertainment.
25. Jenny McCarthy
Jenny McCarthy | Information |
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Full Name | Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg |
Birthdate | November 1, 1972 |
Birthplace | Evergreen Park, Illinois, U.S. |
Other Names | Jennifer Wahlberg |
Alma Mater | Southern Illinois University |
Occupations | Actress, model, television personality |
Years Active | 1993-present |
Television | The Jenny McCarthy Show The Masked Singer |
Spouses | John Asher (divorced) Donnie Wahlberg (married) |
Partner | Jim Carrey |
Children | 1 |
Relatives | Melissa McCarthy (cousin) |
Early Career | Playboy Playmate of the Year |
Acting Career | Co-host on MTV’s Singled Out Starring roles in TV and film |
Television Shows | The Jenny McCarthy Show The View |
Author and Activism | Books on parenting Advocacy for autism research and treatments |
Controversial Views | Advocated idea that vaccines cause autism Supported alternative therapies for autism |
Personal Background | Born in Evergreen Park, Illinois Comes from a working-class Catholic family |
Education | Attended Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School and Southern Illinois University |
Playboy Association | Playboy Playmate and continued work with the brand |
Other Ventures | Hosted various shows and events Radio show host |
Recognition | Featured on the cover of Playboy Named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People |
The Masked Singer | Current judge on the Fox musical competition show |
Charity Involvement | Supported organizations related to autism |
Notable Criticisms | Criticized for promoting anti-vaccine views |
American actress, model, and television personality Jennifer McCarthy Wahlberg was born on November 1, 1972. She started out in 1993 as a naked model for Playboy magazine, where she later won the title of Playmate of the Year. McCarthy then pursued a career as an actor in both television and film, beginning as a co-host on the MTV game show Singled Out (1995–1997), before playing the title role in the sitcom Jenny (1997–1998) and appearing in movies like BASEketball (1998), Scream 3 (2000), Dirty Love (2005), John Tucker Must Die (2006), and Santa Baby (2006). She started hosting her own talk show on television in 2013, The Jenny McCarthy Show, and joined the ABC talk show The View as a co-host in 2013, remaining there through 2014.
26. Lea Michele
Lea Michele | Information |
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Full Name | Lea Michele |
Birthdate | August 29, 1986 |
Birthplace | The Bronx, New York, U.S. |
Occupation | Stage and television actress, singer, and songwriter |
Broadway Highlights | Les Misérables, Ragtime, Fiddler on the Roof, Spring Awakening |
Television Career | Glee (Rachel Berry), Scream Queens (Hester Ulrich), The Mayor (Valentina Barella) |
Film Career | New Year’s Eve (2011) |
Music Career | Signed to Columbia Records in 2012; Debut single: “Cannonball” (2013); Studio albums: Louder (2014), Places (2017), Christmas in the City (2019), Forever (2021) |
Published Books | Brunette Ambition (2014), You First: Journal Your Way to Your Best Life (2015) |
Broadway Return | Funny Girl revival (2022): Starring as Fanny Brice |
Family Background | Mother: Italian American; Father: Sephardic Jew with Judaeo-Spanish-speaking ancestors from Thessaloniki, Greece |
Education | Rockland Country Day School, Tenafly High School |
On August 29, 1986, Lea Michele Sarfati, an American actress, singer, songwriter, and author, was born. New Year’s Eve (2011) served as Michele’s feature film debut, and in 2012, she signed with Columbia Records. The following year, she released her first single, “Cannonball,” and then her debut studio album, Louder (2014), that debuted at number 4 on the American Billboard 200 chart. Places (2017), her second studio album, was released three years later and made its Billboard 200 debut at position 28. Her third studio album, Christmas in the City, was released in 2019. Additionally, Michele has written two books: You First: Journal Your Way to Your Best Life and Brunette Ambition (2014).
27. Chelsea Handler
Chelsea Handler | Information |
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Full Name | Chelsea Joy Handler |
Birth Date | February 25, 1975 |
Birth Place | Livingston, New Jersey, US |
Nationality | American |
Profession | Comedian, Actress, Writer, Television Host, Producer |
Years Active | 2001–present |
Genres | Observational comedy, sketch comedy, blue comedy, insult comedy, surreal humor, satire, sarcasm |
Notable Works | Host of Chelsea Lately, Chelsea Does (documentary series), Chelsea (talk show) |
Awards and Honors | Named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world (2012) |
Religion | Reform Judaism |
Chelsea Joy Handler, an American comedian, actress, writer, television host, and producer, was born on February 25, 1975. From 2007 to 2014, she served as host of the late-night talk show Chelsea Lately on the E! network. In January 2016, she debuted the Netflix documentary series Chelsea Does. Handler served as the host of the Netflix talk show Chelsea in 2016 and 2017.
On its yearly Time 100 list, published in 2012, Time listed Handler as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
28. Lizzy Caplan
Lizzy Caplan | Information |
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Full Name | Lizzy Caplan |
Birthdate | June 30, 1982 |
Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Occupation | Actress |
Years Active | 1999–present |
Spouse | Tom Riley (m. 2017) |
Children | 1 |
Notable Roles | Janis Ian in “Mean Girls” (2004), Marlena Diamond in “Cloverfield” (2008), Virginia E. Johnson in “Masters of Sex” (2013-2016), Annie Wilkes in “Castle Rock” (2019), Agent Lacey in “The Interview” (2014), Various film appearances in “Hot Tub Time Machine” (2010), “127 Hours” (2010), “Now You See Me 2” (2016), “Allied” (2016), “Extinction” (2018), FX on Hulu’s “Fleishman Is in Trouble” (2022), Paramount+ erotic thriller “Fatal Attraction” (2023) |
Education | Attended Alexander Hamilton High School and the school’s Academy of Music |
Early Life | Born and raised in Los Angeles, California. Comes from a Reform Jewish family. Had a Bat Mitzvah and attended Jewish summer camp. |
Family | Father: Richard Caplan (lawyer), Mother: Barbara (née Bragman) (political aide), Siblings: Brother Benjamin, Sister Julie. Mother passed away when she was 13 years old. Uncle: Howard Bragman (publicist). |
Career Highlights | Started her acting career with the TV series “Freaks and Geeks” (1999–2000). Received wider recognition with roles in “Mean Girls” (2004) and “Cloverfield” (2008). Starred in TV shows like “Related” (2005–2006), “The Class” (2006–2007), and “Party Down” (2009–2010; 2023). Played Virginia E. Johnson on Showtime series “Masters of Sex” (2013-2016). Portrayed Annie Wilkes in Hulu’s “Castle Rock” (2019). Appeared in films like “Hot Tub Time Machine” (2010), “127 Hours” (2010), “Now You See Me 2” (2016), “Allied” (2016), “Extinction” (2018). Starred in FX on Hulu’s “Fleishman Is in Trouble” (2022) and Paramount+ erotic thriller “Fatal Attraction” (2023). |
Personal Life | Married to British actor Tom Riley since 2017. They have one child together. |
American-born actress, comedian Elizabeth Anne Caplan (born June 30, 1982) has appeared in a number of movies and television shows and has received nominations and awards for her work. While still a teenager, she began performing stand-up comedy in New York City. Despite having no prior stage experience, she started landing jobs at the renowned Luna Lounge.
She tried stand-up comedy because it made her feel better about herself and was inspired by her own struggles with mental illness: “I have bipolar disorder type II…
29. Aisha Tyler
Aisha Tyler | Information |
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Full Name | Aisha Nilaja Tyler |
Birthdate | September 18, 1970 (age 52) |
Birthplace | San Francisco, California, U.S. |
Alma Mater | Dartmouth College |
Occupations | Actress, comedian, director, talk show host, author, producer, writer |
Notable Roles | Andrea Marino in Ghost Whisperer, Dr. Tara Lewis in Criminal Minds, Lana Kane in Archer |
Awards | Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host (The Talk) |
Philanthropy | Volunteer work for American Red Cross, The Trust for Public Land, Planned Parenthood Federation of America, and the International Rescue Committee |
Published Books | Swerve: A Guide to the Sweet Life for Postmodern Girls, Self-Inflicted Wounds: Heartwarming Tales of Epic Humiliation |
Notable Podcast | Girl on Guy: Interviews with celebrity friends and discussions on topics guys love |
Film Directing Debut | Axis (released in 2018) |
LGBT Advocacy | Vocal advocate for the rights of the LGBT community |
Aisha Nilaja Tyler, an American actress, comedian, director, and talk show host, was born on September 18, 1970. She is well-known for her roles as Dr. Tara Lewis in Criminal Minds, Andrea Marino in the first season of Ghost Whisperer, Mother Nature in the Santa Clause movies, Lana Kane in Archer, and recurring roles on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Talk Soup, and Friends.
She shared co-hosting duties on CBS’s The Talk from seasons two through seven, for which she was honored with the Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host Daytime Emmy Award. She has been hosting Whose Line Is It Anyway? since 2013. Additionally, she presided over Ubisoft’s press conferences at E3 and provided voices for Halo: Reach, Gears of War 3, and Watch Dogs.
30. Leslie Mann
Leslie Mann | Information |
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Full Name | Leslie Jean Mann |
Birthdate | March 26, 1972 |
Birthplace | San Francisco, California, US |
Occupation | Actress |
Years Active | 1988–present |
Spouse | Judd Apatow |
Children | Maude Apatow, Iris Apatow |
Notable Films | The Cable Guy, George of the Jungle, Big Daddy, Knocked Up, 17 Again, Funny People, This Is 40, Blockers, Croods: A New Age |
Upbringing | Grew up in Newport Beach, California |
Family Background | Raised by her mother with two siblings and three older step-brothers |
Educational Background | Studied acting at the Joanne Baron / D.W. Brown Acting Studio and alongside comedy improv troupe The Groundlings |
Career Start | Began her career at 18, appearing in television commercials |
Philanthropy | Supporter of 826LA and the UCLA Rape Treatment Center’s Stuart House |
Known for her comedic roles in movies like “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” “Knocked Up,” and “This Is 40,” Leslie Mann is an American actress and comedian. She has also provided the voice for animated movies like “The Lego Movie” and “Rio.” Mann has gained critical acclaim and a devoted following thanks to her comedic timing and relatable demeanor in Hollywood. She keeps bringing her special brand of humor to new projects, reaffirming her status as one of the best comedians in the business.
31. Ellen DeGeneres
Ellen DeGeneres | Information |
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Full Name | Ellen DeGeneres |
Birth Name | Ellen Lee DeGeneres |
Born | January 26, 1958 (age 65) |
Birthplace | Metairie, Louisiana, U.S. |
Medium | Stand-up, television, film, books |
Education | University of New Orleans (no degree) |
Years Active | 1978–present |
Genres | Observational comedy, satire, surreal humor, anti-humor, deadpan, clean comedy |
Spouse | Portia de Rossi (m. 2008) |
Parent(s) | Betty DeGeneres |
Relative(s) | Vance DeGeneres (brother) |
Notable Achievements | Primetime Emmy Award for “The Puppy Episode” in the sitcom Ellen. |
Additional TV Shows | Starred in sitcoms Ellen (1994-1998) and The Ellen Show (2001-2002). |
Films | Mr. Wrong (1996), EDtv (1999), The Love Letter (1999). |
Published Works | Author of four books. |
Awards and Recognition | 20 People’s Choice Awards. |
Personal Life | Came out as a lesbian in 1997, explored LGBT issues on Ellen. |
Philanthropy | Known for charitable efforts and activism. |
Early Life | Born and raised in Metairie, Louisiana. |
Education | Attended University of New Orleans for communication studies. |
Comedy Career | Started stand-up career in the early 1980s. |
Influences | Inspired by Lucille Ball, Carol Burnett, and Bob Newhart. |
Other Ventures | Launched ED Ellen DeGeneres lifestyle brand. |
Humanitarian Work | Active in charitable efforts and advocacy. |
Residence | Notable residence: Montecito, California. |
Ellen Lee DeGeneres who is an American comedian, television personality, actor, writer, and producer (born January 26, 1958). From 1994 to 1998, she starred in the sitcom Ellen, for which she won a Primetime Emmy Award for “The Puppy Episode”. From 2003 to 2022, she served as host of the syndicated television talk show The Ellen DeGeneres Show, for which she won 33 Daytime Emmy Awards.
32. Tina Fey
Tina Fey | Information |
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Full Name | Tina Fey |
Birthdate | May 18, 1970 |
Birthplace | Upper Darby Township, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Occupations | Actress, comedian, writer, producer, playwright |
Years Active | 1997–present |
Notable Works | 30 Rock, Mean Girls, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt |
Television Shows | Saturday Night Live, 30 Rock, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt |
Filmography | Mean Girls, Baby Mama, Date Night, Sisters, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, Soul |
Awards | 9 Primetime Emmy Awards, 3 Golden Globe Awards, 5 Screen Actors Guild Awards, 7 Writers Guild of America Awards, Mark Twain Prize for American Humor |
Comedy Career | The Second City improvisational comedy group, Head writer and cast member on Saturday Night Live, Created and starred in 30 Rock, Created and co-created Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Mean Girls (musical adaptation) |
Memoir | Bossypants (released in 2011) |
Ancestry | 94% European, 3% Middle Eastern, 3% Caucasus |
Family | Married to Jeff Richmond, has two children |
Charitable Endeavors | Established a scholarship fund for war veterans studying journalism at Temple University |
Tina Fey who is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer who was born on May 18, 1970. From 1997 through 2006, Fey served as both a cast member and the show’s lead writer for the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live. She founded and co-starred in the NBC comedies 30 Rock (2006–2013) and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (2015–2020) after leaving Saturday Night Live. Mean Girls (2004), Baby Mama (2008), Date Night (2010), Megamind (2010), Muppets Most Wanted (2014), Sisters (2015), Whiskey Tango Foxtrot (2016), Wine Country (2019), and Soul Food are just a few of Fey’s notable film roles (2020).
33. Sarah Silverman
Sarah Silverman | Information |
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Full Name | Sarah Kate Silverman |
Birthdate | December 1, 1970 (age 52) |
Birthplace | Bedford, New Hampshire, U.S. |
Occupation | Stand-up comedian, actress, writer |
Education | The Derryfield School |
Alma Mater | New York University (attended one year) |
Years Active | 1991–present |
Medium | Stand-up, film, television, radio |
Notable Works | The Sarah Silverman Program, Wreck-It Ralph, Battle of the Sexes |
Genres | Blue comedy, black comedy, political satire, insult comedy, musical comedy, character comedy |
Partner(s) | Jimmy Kimmel (2002–2009), Michael Sheen (2014–2018), Rory Albanese (2020–present) |
Relative(s) | Susan Silverman (sister), Laura Silverman (sister) |
Notable Achievements | Primetime Emmy Award nomination, Screen Actors Guild Award nomination |
Autobiography | The Bedwetter (2010) |
American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer Sarah Kate Silverman was born on December 1st, 1970. Between 1993 and 1994, during the 19th season of the NBC comedy sketch show Saturday Night Live, Silverman gained notoriety as a writer and cast member. Her work on The Sarah Silverman Program, which aired on Comedy Central from 2007 to 2010, included both acting and producing. For her performance on the program, Silverman received a Primetime Emmy nominee for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. 2010 saw the publication of her autobiography, The Bedwetter.
34. Wanda Sykes
Wanda Sykes | Information |
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Full Name | Wanda Yvette Sykes |
Birthdate | March 7, 1964 |
Birthplace | Portsmouth, Virginia, U.S. |
Medium | Stand-up, television, film |
Alma Mater | Hampton University (BS) |
Years Active | 1987–present |
Genres | Observational comedy, surreal humor, insult comedy, black comedy, blue comedy, satire |
Spouse(s) | Dave Hall (m. 1991; div. 1998), Alex Niedbalski (m. 2008) |
Children | 2 |
Recognition | Primetime Emmy Award winner for writing on The Chris Rock Show |
Television Appearances | The New Adventures of Old Christine, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Black-ish, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel |
Film Appearances | Monster-in-Law, My Super Ex-Girlfriend, Evan Almighty, License to Wed |
Animated Film Voice Acting | Over the Hedge, Barnyard, Brother Bear 2, Rio, Ice Age franchise sequels, UglyDolls |
Education | Graduated from Hampton University with a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing |
Career Beginnings | Started stand-up career after working with the National Security Agency (NSA), gained early recognition on Russell Simmons’ Def Comedy Jam |
Writing Career | Joined the writing team of The Chris Rock Show, won Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Special |
Books | Author of “Yeah, I Said It,” a book of humorous observations |
Notable TV Shows | The Wanda Sykes Show, appeared in Curb Your Enthusiasm, Premium Blend, Crank Yankers |
Political Activism | Advocate for LGBT rights, hosted Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors Tour, featured entertainer at White House Correspondents’ Association dinner |
Recent Projects | Stars in The Upshaws, The Other Two, and The Good Fight, guest hosted The Daily Show |
Stand-up comedian, actress, and writer Wanda Yvette Sykes was born in America on March 7, 1964. She earned a Primetime Emmy Award in 1999 for her work on The Chris Rock Show, which is where she originally gained attention. 2004 saw Sykes ranked among the top 25 comedic Americans by Entertainment Weekly. She is also well recognized for her appearances on the television shows Black-ish on ABC, Curb Your Enthusiasm on HBO, and The New Adventures of Old Christine on CBS (2006–10). (2015–present).
35. Kathy Griffin
Kathy Griffin | Information |
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Full Name | Kathy Griffin |
Birth Name | Kathleen Mary Griffin |
Born | November 4, 1960 (age 62) |
Birthplace | Oak Park, Illinois, U.S. |
Medium | Stand-up, television |
Years Active | 1980–present |
Genres | Observational comedy, blue comedy, |
Subject(s) | Popular culture, current events, |
Spouse | Matt Moline (m. 2001; div. 2006), |
Education | Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute |
Notable Works | Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List (TV series) |
Awards | Primetime Emmy Awards for Kathy Griffin: |
Stand-up Specials | HBO and Bravo stand-up comedy specials |
LGBTQ Activism | Supporter of same-sex marriage and |
Autobiography | Official Book Club Selection: |
American actress and comedian Kathleen Mary Griffin was born on November 4, 1960. She has appeared in comedy specials on television and has released comedy albums. Griffin won Primetime Emmy Awards in 2007 and 2008 for her reality series Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List. She has additionally acted in supporting parts in movies.
Illinois’ Oak Park is where Griffin was born. She relocated to Los Angeles in 1978, where she attended the Film Institute, and Lee Strasberg Theatre to study drama and joined the improv group The Groundlings. Griffin started performing stand-up comedy in the 1990s and made guest appearances on several television series, including the NBC sitcom Suddenly Susan (1996–2000).
36. Joan Rivers
Joan Rivers | Information |
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Full Name | Joan Rivers |
Birthdate | June 8, 1933 |
Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Profession | Comedian, Actress, Producer, Writer, Television Host |
Known For | Blunt and Controversial Comedic Persona, Pioneer of Women in Comedy |
Medium | Stand-up, Television, Film, Literature, Theatre |
Alma Mater | Barnard College (BA) |
Years Active | 1957–2014 |
Genres | Observational Comedy, Insult Comedy, Shock Comedy, Black Comedy, Blue Comedy |
Spouse | James Sanger, Edgar Rosenberg |
Children | Melissa Rivers |
Notable Works | The Tonight Show, The Late Show with Joan Rivers, The Joan Rivers Show |
Awards | Emmy Award, Grammy Award |
Fashion Industry | Marketed Jewelry and Apparel on QVC Shopping Channel |
Red Carpet Interviews | Known for Comedic Red Carpet Awards Show Celebrity Interviews |
Fashion Police | Co-hosted E! Celebrity Fashion Show from 2010 to 2014 |
Reality Series | Starred in Joan & Melissa: Joan Knows Best? with Daughter Melissa Rivers |
Grammy Award | Posthumously received in 2015 for Best Spoken Word Album |
Documentary | Subject of the documentary Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work |
Television Hall of Fame | Inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame |
Joan Alexandra Molinsky (June 8, 1933 to September 4, 2014) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, producer, writer, and television personality. She was known for her frank, often contentious humorous demeanor, which was extremely self-deprecating and sarcastic, especially towards celebrities and politicians, and delivered in her trademark New York accent. Many commentators see her as a female comedy pioneer.
37. Phyllis Diller
Phyllis Diller | Information |
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Full Name | Phyllis Ada Diller |
Birthdate | July 17, 1917 |
Birthplace | Lima, Ohio, U.S. |
Death | August 20, 2012 (aged 95), Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Medium | Stand-up, film, television, books |
Alma Mater | Bluffton College |
Years Active | 1940-2012 |
Genres | Insult comedy, observational comedy, musical comedy, improvisational comedy |
Subject(s) | American culture, racism, self-deprecation, everyday life, religion, current events |
Spouse | Sherwood Anderson Diller, Warde Donovan Tatum |
Partner(s) | Robert P. Hastings |
Children | 6 |
Profession | Stand-up comedian, actress, author, musician, visual artist |
Notable Achievements | Influential female comedian, household name in the U.S. |
Influence | Credited as an influence by Joan Rivers, Roseanne Barr, Ellen DeGeneres, and others |
Gay Icon | Known for having a large gay following and considered a gay icon |
Champion of Plastic Surgery | Recognized by the cosmetic surgery industry for openly championing plastic surgery |
Film Contributions | Appeared in over 40 films, including “Splendor in the Grass” |
Television Appearances | Featured in numerous TV series, including “Night Gallery,” “The Muppet Show,” “The Love Boat,” and “Boston Legal” |
Voice Acting Roles | Voiced characters in various animated films and series, including “A Bug’s Life” and “Family Guy” |
Comedy Style | Eccentric stage persona, self-deprecating humor, wild hair and clothes, exaggerated cackling laugh |
Early Life | Raised in Lima, Ohio; attended Central High School; later became an atheist |
Education | Studied literature, history, psychology, and philosophy at Bluffton College |
Career Start | Debut as a stand-up comedian at age 37 in San Francisco |
Unique Comedy Style | Surreal version of femininity with garish outfits, gigantic hair, and cigarette holder |
National Prominence | Achieved recognition through appearances on “The Ed Sullivan Show” and “The Jack Paar Tonight Show” |
Retirement | Retired from stand-up in 2002, made final performance in Las Vegas |
Continuing Influence | Remained connected to the entertainment industry even after retirement |
Phyllis Ada Diller (July 17, 1917 to August 20, 2012) was a stand-up comedian, actor, novelist, singer, and visual artist best renowned for her unique stage presence, self-deprecating humor, crazy hair and costumes, and cackling laugh.
Diller worked on almost 40 films, beginning with Splendor in the Grass in 1961. She participated in a number of television shows, including appearances and her own short-lived sitcom and variety show. Night Gallery, The Muppet Show, Cybill, The Love Boat, and Boston Legal are among her many credits, as are 11 seasons of The Bold and the Beautiful. Her vocal parts have included the monster’s wife in Mad Monster Party, the Queen in A Bug’s Life, and Granny Neutron in Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius.
38. Lily Tomlin
Lily Tomlin | Information |
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Full Name | Lily Tomlin |
Birth Name | Mary Jean Tomlin |
Born | September 1, 1939 |
Birthplace | Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
Medium | Stand-up, television, film, theatre |
Education | Wayne State University |
Years Active | 1965–present |
Genres | Observational comedy, improvisational comedy |
Spouse | Jane Wagner (m. 2013) |
Awards | Seven Emmy Awards, a Grammy Award, and two Tony Awards |
Honors | Kennedy Center Honor, Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award |
Breakout Role | Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In |
Notable Films | Nashville, The Late Show, All of Me, Big Business, Grandma |
Collaborations | Films with Jane Fonda: 9 to 5, 80 for Brady, Moving On |
Television Series | Grace and Frankie, The West Wing |
Voice Acting | The Magic School Bus, The Magic School Bus Rides Again |
Recordings | Grammy-winning comedy albums: This Is a Recording, And That’s The Truth, Modern Scream |
Broadway Success | The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe |
Recent Success | Golden Globe nomination for Grandma, voice role in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse |
American actress, comedian, writer, singer, and producer Mary Jean “Lily” Tomlin was born on September 1, 1939.
Tomlin earned the Tony Award for Best Lead Actress in a Play for the character that would become her trademark in the 1985 Broadway production of The Search for Signs to Intelligent Life in the Universe, which was written by her then-partner (now wife), Jane Wagner. She is well recognized as Ms. Frizzle’s voice actress on the children’s television program The Magic School Bus. For creating and producing her own television special, Lily, she was awarded her first Emmy in 1974. For her comedy album This Is a Recording from 1972, Tomlin received a Grammy Award.
39. Jane Lynch
Jane Lynch | Information |
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Full Name | Jane Marie Lynch |
Birthdate | July 14, 1960 |
Birthplace | Evergreen Park, Illinois, U.S. |
Education | Illinois State University (BA) Cornell University (MFA) |
Occupations | Actress Comedian Singer Author TV Presenter |
Years Active | 1988–present |
Spouse | Lara Embry (m. 2010; div. 2014) Jennifer Cheyne (m. 2021) |
Notable Achievements | Primetime Emmy Award winner for her role in Glee |
Film Highlights | Best in Show (2000) A Mighty Wind (2003) The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005) Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006) Role Models (2008) Paul (2011) The Three Stooges (2012) |
Stage Highlights | Off-Broadway play Love, Loss, and What I Wore (2009) Broadway debut as Miss Hannigan in Annie revival (2013) Broadway revival of Funny Girl as Mrs. Brice (2022) |
TV Series Highlights | Sue Sylvester in Glee (2009–2015) Recurring roles in Two and a Half Men, The L Word, Criminal Minds, The Good Fight Hosted Hollywood Game Night (2013-2020) The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017–present) |
Other Projects | Dropping the Soap (web series) Portrayed Janet Reno in Manhunt: Unabomber (2017) Voice roles in animated films and TV shows Playwright of Oh Sister, My Sister |
American actress, comedian, and author Jane Marie Lynch was born on July 14, 1960.
She is also well-known for her stage performances, which include her 2009 performance in Nora Ephron’s off-Broadway enjoy Love, Loss, and What I Wore. As Miss Hannigan in the 2013 revival of Annie, she made her Broadway debut. In 2022’s Funny Girl revival, she made her Broadway comeback as Mrs. Brice.
Lynch was awarded the 2,505th star in the television classification on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2013, which is located at 6640 Hollywood Boulevard. Lynch has won a Golden Globe Award, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and five Primetime Emmy Awards, among many other honors.
40. Margaret Cho
Margaret Cho | Information |
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Full Name | Margaret Cho |
Born | December 5, 1968 |
Birthplace | San Francisco, California, U.S. |
Occupation | Comedian, Actress, Musician, Activist |
Years Active | 1993–present |
Spouse | Al Ridenour (m. 2003; div. 2019) |
Comedy Career Medium | Stand-up, Television, Film |
Genres | Observational comedy, Blue comedy, Surreal humor, Musical comedy, Satire |
Subject(s) | American politics, Asian American culture, LGBT culture, Pop culture, Racism, Race relations, Current events, Human sexuality |
Korean Name | Hangul: 조모란 |
Revised Romanization | Jo Moran |
McCune–Reischauer | Cho Moran |
TV Series | All-American Girl (1994–95), Drop Dead Diva |
Films | It’s My Party, Face/Off, Fire Island |
Awards | Nominated for Primetime Emmy Award, Humanitarian awards for activism |
Fashion and Music | Owns clothing line, has had endeavors in fashion and music |
Humanitarian Efforts | Advocacy for LGBT rights, women’s rights, and Asian American community |
Education | Attended San Francisco School of the Arts, studied drama at San Francisco State University |
Notable Performances | Golden Girls spin-off, The Golden Palace, 30 Rock, New Year’s Rockin’ Eve |
Autobiographical Works | I’m the One That I Want (one-woman show and book), I Have Chosen to Stay and Fight |
Notable Tours and Shows | Notorious C.H.O., Revolution, Assassin, The Sensuous Woman, Beautiful |
LGBTQ Representation | Supportive of LGBTQ community, appeared in LGBTQ-themed videos and TV series |
An American comedian, actress, and musician by the name of Margaret Moran Cho was born on December 5, 1968.
She has performed as an actress in a variety of roles, including Charlene Lee in the film It’s My Party and John Travolta’s FBI associate in the action film Face/Off. Cho played Teri Lee, a paralegal assistant, in the Lifetime Television television series Drop Dead Diva. She was nominated for a Primetime Emmy in 2012 for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for her portrayal of Dictator Kim Jong-il on 30 Rock. Cho co-starred in the 2022 movie Fire Island, which depicted the LBGT Asian American experience in the eponymous gay village off the South Shore of Long Island.
41. Tracey Ullman
Tracey Ullman | Information |
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Full Name | Tracey Ullman |
Birthdate | December 30, 1959 |
Birthplace | Slough, Berkshire, England |
Citizenship | United Kingdom, United States |
Alma Mater | Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts |
Occupations | Actress, Comedian, Singer, Writer, Producer, Director |
Years active | 1976–present |
Spouse | Allan McKeown (m. 1983; died 2013) |
Children | 2 |
Awards | American Comedy Awards, Primetime Emmy Awards, British Academy Film Awards, Satellite Awards, Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award |
Comedy Career Medium | Television, Film, Theatre, Books |
Comedy Career Genres | Sketch Comedy, Social Commentary, Satire, Character Comedy, Parody |
Musical Career Genres | Pop, Rock, Doo-wop, Synthpop |
Musical Career Instrument(s) | Vocals |
Musical Career Years active | 1983–1985 |
Musical Career Labels | Stiff |
Musical Artist | Musical artist |
Tracey Ullman, a British-American actress, comedian, singer, writer, producer, and director, was born on December 30, 1959.
With an estimated net worth of £80 million, Ullman was reportedly the second-richest British actress and the richest comedian in 2017. Twelve American Comedy Awards, seven Primetime Emmy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, four Satellite Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award are just a few of the many honors she has received.
42. Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg | Information |
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Full Name | Whoopi Goldberg |
Birth Name | Caryn Elaine Johnson |
Birthdate | November 13, 1955 |
Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
Medium | Stand-up, film, television, theater, books |
Years Active | 1982–present |
Genres | Observational comedy, black comedy, surreal humor, character comedy, satire |
Spouse | Alvin Martin (m. 1973; div. 1979), David Claessen (m. 1986; div. 1988), Lyle Trachtenberg (m. 1994; div. 1995) |
Children | Alexandrea Martin |
Awards | EGOT Winner (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) |
Mark Twain Prize | 2001 recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor |
Broadway | Starred in revivals of “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” and “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” |
Tony Award | Won a Tony Award as a producer of the musical “Thoroughly Modern Millie” |
Star Trek | Portrayed Guinan in “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and “Star Trek: Picard” |
The View | Co-host and moderator of the daytime talk show “The View” |
Academy Awards | Hosted the Academy Awards ceremony four times |
Film Breakthrough | Role as Celie in “The Color Purple” |
Golden Globe Awards | Received Golden Globe Awards for “The Color Purple” and “Ghost” |
Voice Acting | Voiced roles in “The Lion King” and “Toy Story 3” |
Ethnicity | African-American heritage |
Ancestry | Traced part of her ancestry to Guinea-Bissau of West Africa |
DNA Test | DNA test revealed African ancestry |
American actor, comedian, author, and television personality Caryn Elaine Johnson, better known by her stage name Whoopi Goldberg who was born on November 13, 1955.
Onstage, Goldberg has been in August Wilson’s drama Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and the Broadway revivals of the Stephen Sondheim musical A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Producing the musical Thoroughly Modern Millie earned her a Tony Award. For the stage adaption of Sister Act in 2011, she was nominated for a third Tony Award (2011). Guinan was a fictional character played by Goldberg on television in the science fiction programs Star Trek: The Next Generation (1988–1993) and Star Trek: Picard (2022).
43. Carol Burnett
Carol Burnett | Information |
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Full Name | Carol Creighton Burnett |
Birthdate | April 26, 1933 |
Birthplace | San Antonio, Texas, U.S. |
Education | University of California, Los Angeles |
Occupations | Actress, comedian, singer, writer |
Years active | 1955–present |
Spouses | Don Saroyan (m. 1955; div. 1962) Joe Hamilton (m. 1963; div. 1984) Brian Miller (m. 2001) |
Children | 3, including Carrie Hamilton and Erin Hamilton |
Comedy career | Medium: Film, television, theatre, writing |
Genres | Parody, satire, slapstick |
Notable works and roles | The Carol Burnett Show Miss Agatha Hannigan in Annie Eunice Harper Higgins on Mama’s Family |
Achievements | Six Primetime Emmy Awards One Tony Award One Grammy Award Seven Golden Globe Awards |
Honors and Awards | Presidential Medal of Freedom (2005) Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (2013) Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award (2015) |
Memoirs | Several memoirs, including “In Such Good Company” (Grammy Award winner) |
Significant TV Appearances | “The Garry Moore Show” The Carol Burnett Show” “Better Call Saul” |
Broadway Success | Nominated for a Tony Award for her role in “Once Upon a Mattress” Returned to Broadway in “Moon Over Buffalo” |
Golden Globe Award | Golden Globe Awards introduced the Carol Burnett Award for career achievement in television |
90th Birthday Celebration | Honored with an NBC special, “Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love” |
Carol Creighton Burnett who was born on April 26, 1933, she is an American actress, comedian, singer, and writer.
Burnett has written and narrated several memoirs, receiving Grammy nominations for almost all of them, including one for In Such Good Company: Eleven Years of Laughter, Fun in the Sandbox, and Mayhem. In 2019, the Golden Globes named an award after her for career achievement in television, the Carol Burnett Award, and Burnett received her first award.
44. Samantha Bee
Samantha Bee | Information |
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Full Name | Samantha Bee |
Birthdate | October 25, 1969 |
Birthplace | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
Citizenship | Canadian-American |
Medium | Television, theatre, film, books |
Education | McGill University, University of Ottawa, George Brown College |
Years Active | 2000–present |
Genres | Political/news satire, improvisational comedy, blue comedy, sarcasm, sketch comedy, surreal humor |
Spouse | Jason Jones (married in 2001) |
Children | 3 |
Samantha Anne Bee was born on October 25, 1969, she is a comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actress, and television host of Canadian and American origin.
Bee rose to prominence as a correspondent on Jon Stewart’s The Daily Show, where she became the show’s longest-serving regular correspondent. She left the show after 12 years to launch her own show, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, in 2015. The show was canceled in 2022 as a “business-based decision” by TBS.
On their annual Time 100 list, Time named Samantha’s one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2017.
45. Sarah Millican
Sarah Millican | Information |
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Full Name | Sarah Jane Millican |
Birth Name | Sarah Jane King |
Date of Birth | May 29, 1975 |
Birthplace | South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England |
Nationality | English |
Profession | Comedian, Writer, Presenter |
Medium | Radio, Stand-up, Television |
Education | Mortimer Comprehensive School |
Notable Works | – “Sarah Millican’s Not Nice” (Edinburgh Festival Fringe) – “How to Be Champion” (Book) – “The Sarah Millican Television Programme” (TV Series) |
Awards | – Comedy award for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe – Nominated for BAFTA Entertainment Performance |
Spouse | Gary Delaney (m. 2013) |
Current Projects | – Tour: “Late Bloomer” – Contestant on Taskmaster |
Publications | – “How to Be Champion” (Autobiography) |
Charity Work | – Raised funds for charity through appearances on Deal or No Deal and Comic Relief |
Online Magazine | Standard Issue |
Podcast | [Podcast Name] |
Sarah Jane Millican was born on May 29, 1975, she is an English comedian, writer, and television host. At the 2008 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Millican got the comedy award for Best Newcomer.
She attended Mortimer Comprehensive School, which subsequently became Mortimer Community College, before working as a civil servant at a job centre until she was 29 years old. She married on November 5, 1997, but broke in 2004 and returned to stay with her parents for the next two and a half years.
46. Maria Bamford
Maria Bamford | Information |
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Full Name | Maria Bamford |
Birthdate | September 3, 1970 |
Birthplace | Port Hueneme, California, U.S. |
Alma Mater | University of Minnesota (BA) |
Occupations | Actress, Stand-up comedian |
Years Active | 1989–present |
Spouse | Scott Marvel Cassidy (m. 2015) |
Comedy Career | Stand-up, television, film |
Genres | Observational comedy, character comedy, surreal humor, alternative comedy, dark comedy |
Notable Works | The Burning Bridges Tour (2003), The Special Special Special (2012), Lady Dynamite (2016) |
Filmography | Lucky Numbers (2000), Stuart Little 2 (2002), Charlotte’s Web 2: Wilbur’s Great Adventure (2003), Barnyard (2006), Heckler (2007), Hell and Back (2015) |
Television Work | Louie (2012), Arrested Development (2013–2019), WordGirl (2007–2015), Big Mouth (2017–present), Human Resources (2022–2023) |
Awards | American Comedy Award for Best Club Comic (2014) |
Mental Health | Openly discusses anxiety, depression, and mental illness in her humor and personal life |
Personal Life | Married to artist Scott Marvel Cassidy since 2015, resides in Los Angeles, California and Altadena, California, pug lover |
Maria Bamford who was born on September 3, 1970, she is a stand-up comedian and actress from the United States. Her work has received both critical acclaim and controversy due to her use of self-deprecating and dark humor, such as her broken family, despair, anxiety, suicide, and mental illness.
Joel Bamford, her father, was a Navy surgeon. She was raised in Duluth, Minnesota, where she attended Chester Park Elementary and Duluth Marshall School. She has indicated that she struggled with anxiety, despair, and what she calls “Unwanted Thoughts Syndrome,” a subgroup of obsessive-compulsive disorder, when she was younger.
47. Bridget Everett
Bridget Everett | Information |
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Full Name | Bridget Everett |
Born | April 21, 1972 |
Birthplace | Manhattan, Kansas, U.S. |
Medium | Cabaret, film, music, podcast, stand-up, storytelling, television |
Years Active | 2007–present |
Genres | Comedy |
Notable Works and Roles | Somebody Somewhere, Fun Mom Dinner, Patti Cake$, Inside Amy Schumer, HBO series Somebody Somewhere |
Family Background | Youngest of six children, father was a former mayor of Manhattan, Kansas |
Education | Arizona State University (full scholarship for music and opera) |
Early Career | Transitioned from the restaurant business to pursue comedy full-time |
Collaboration with Amy Schumer | Regularly opens for Amy Schumer on comedy tours since 2012 |
Band and Musical Performances | Performs with “The Tender Moments” band (including members from the Beastie Boys and The Julie Ruin) |
Awards and Recognitions | 2015 Obie Awards Special Citation for Rock Bottom |
TV Special | Bridget Everett: Gynecological Wonder (Comedy Central, 2015) |
Notable Performances | “Piece of My Heart” karaoke performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon |
Other Collaborations | Duet performance with Patti LuPone at Carnegie Hall |
Latest TV Series | Somebody Somewhere (HBO, 2022) |
Bridget Everett (born April 21, 1972) is a stand-up comedian, actor, singer, songwriter, and cabaret performer from the United States.
Everett grew up swimming competitively and singing in both conventional and show choirs. She received a full scholarship at Arizona State University to study music and opera. She worked in the restaurant industry for 25 years until retiring at the beginning of 2015.
48. Lesley Joseph
Lesley Joseph | Information |
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Full Name | Lesley Diana Joseph |
Birthdate | 14 October 1945 (age 77) |
Birthplace | Finsbury Park, London, England |
Occupation(s) | Broadcaster, Actress |
Notable Roles | Dorien Green in Birds of a Feather |
Years Active | 1964–present |
Television | Birds of a Feather |
Stage Productions | Thoroughly Modern Millie, Calendar Girls, Annie |
Olivier Award | Nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical |
UK Tours | Hot Flush!, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs |
Recent Productions | Sister Act: The Musical |
Birds of a Feather | Played Dorien Green alongside Pauline Quirke and Linda Robson |
Night and Day | Played Rachel Culgrin in the ITV soap opera |
Strictly Come Dancing | Participated in the fourteenth series with partner Anton du Beke |
Other Appearances | This Morning, Flockstars, The Great British Sewing Bee |
Jewish Heritage | Lesley Joseph is Jewish |
Height | 5 ft 2 in (1.57 m) |
Children | 2 |
Lesley Diana Joseph, an English actress and broadcaster born on October 14, 1945, is best known for her role as Dorien Green in the sitcom Birds of a Feather, which she starred in from 1989 to 1998 and then again from 2014 until 2020. Other television credits include Night and Day and Absurd Person Singular (1985). (2001–2003).
She has performed on stage in the UK tours of Annie, Thoroughly Modern Millie, and Calendar Girls (2015). For the original West End production for Young Frankenstein, she was nominated for the Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical in 2018.
49. Molly Shannon
Molly Shannon | Information |
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Full Name | Molly Helen Shannon |
Birthdate | September 16, 1964 (age 58) |
Birthplace | Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
Alma Mater | New York University |
Occupations | Actress, Comedian |
Years Active | 1987–present |
Spouse | Fritz Chesnut (married in 2004) |
Children | 2 |
Notable Achievements | – Film Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Actress (2017) |
Actress and comedian Molly Helen Shannon was born in the United States on September 16, 1964.
Her grandfather hails from Cloghmore, Achill, Mayo, and both of her maternal grandmothers were born in Ireland. When Shannon was four years old, a vehicle accident caused by her father’s drunk driving claimed the lives of her mother, younger sister, and cousin.
Shannon went to Hawken School in Gates Mills, Ohio, then St. Dominic School in Shaker Heights for her elementary education. She went to New York University to study acting, earning a degree from the Tisch School of the Arts there in 1987.
50. Rosie O’Donnell
Full Name | Roseann O’Donnell |
Date of Birth | March 21, 1962 |
Place of Birth | Commack, New York, U.S. |
Occupation | Television presenter, comedian, producer, actor, author |
Roseann O’Donnell (born March 21, 1962) is a comedian, television producer, actor, author, and television personality from the United States. Daniel J. O’Donnell, her elder brother, is currently a the New York State Assembly member. O’Donnell lost her mother to breast cancer on March 17, 1973, four days before her eleventh birthday. O’Donnell was homecoming queen, prom queen, senior class president, and class clown at Commack High School. She began exploring her passion in comedy throughout high school, beginning with a sketch presented in front of the school in which she parodied Gilda Radner’s character Roseanne Roseannadanna. O’Donnell attended Dickinson College shortly after graduating in 1980, then transferred to Boston University before dropping out.