50 Most Attractive Female Comedians 2023

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.