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She’s recognized for her sharp and unapologetic humour. Although their relationship was not a secret among people who knew them, it didn’t garner much media attention until the 2000s. The series featured a mix of big name comic talent like Amy Poehler, Fred Armisen, Amy Sedaris, Jason Mantzoukas, Janeane Garofalo, Rachel Dratch and locals from the New York comic community.

In 2006, she became the show’s first openly gay head writer.

Since then, Pell has continued to write for movies and TV shows but has also begun to work more in front of the camera. Despite having cerebral palsy, she uses her unique perspective to create impactful comedy. She’s known for her warm and relatable humour.

While primarily known for her work in film and television, she’s not primarily recognized as a comedian. Their wit, courage, and ability to find humor in everyday life have not only entertained but also fostered understanding. She’s recognized for her honest and introspective comedy. Tomlin and Wagner married each other in California in 2013, the year the state permanently legalized same-sex marriage.

Danitra Vance (1950s-1994)

Danitra Vance was the first Black woman hired to be a repertory player on "Saturday Night Live." In addition, she was the second queer woman to be a regular cast member, after Denny Dillon (who was on the show in 1980 and 1981), though this was not public knowledge when either Dillon or Vance was on "SNL."

Vance performed comedy with the famed Second City improvisational troupe in Chicago before moving to New York City and starring in the off-Broadway revue, "Danitra Vance and the Mell-o White Boys." In 1985, she joined the cast of "SNL" along with Terry Sweeney, the first openly gay male cast member.

She became a regular on the Chitlin’ Circuit, a series of venues throughout the United States where Black performers could book gigs during segregation, and was the first woman to have a solo comedy show at the Apollo, where she became a regular performer.

Mabley became most famous for her stage character “Moms,” an old woman who wore house dresses and liked young men, as evidenced by one of her signature lines: “Ain’t nothin’ an old man can do for me but bring me a message from a young man.” Offstage, Mabley dated women and wore silk shirts and suits like the one she sported in her first film role (1933’s The Emperor Jones).

She’s recognized for her relatable and honest humour. In addition to her comedy career, she was also a talented visual artist and illustrated two coloring books for Chronicle Books in 2013, as well as the illustrated humor book Carry This Book (2016), which reached the New York Times bestseller list. They are known for their insightful and inclusive comedy.

She’s known for her lively and relatable comedy. Her humor often touches on her personal experiences and social issues, making her a notable figure in the entertainment industry. With the help of their UCB friends, the crudely produced show eventually blossomed into an online hit. After graduating in 2006, Jacobson made the move to New York City to try her hand at dramatic acting, but quickly discovered that comedy was more her forte, after she learned about the comedy incubator Upright Citizens Brigade.

Starting with HBO's "The Chris Rock Show" in 1997, she has written for and performed in numerous movies, TV shows and stand-up specials.