Tina Fey

Tina Fey — born Elizabeth Stamatina Fey on May 18, 1970, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania — is a celebrated comedian, writer, actress, and producer who redefined women’s roles in comedy. Known for her sharp intellect, satirical humor, and authenticity, she has become one of the most influential voices in modern entertainment.

Fey began her career in Chicago at The Second City, where she honed her skills in improv and sketch comedy. In 1997, she joined Saturday Night Live (SNL) as a writer and soon became the show’s first female head writer. Her quick wit and fearless social commentary helped shape SNL’s golden era, and her impersonation of Sarah Palin during the 2008 election became a cultural phenomenon.

After SNL, she created and starred in the award-winning sitcom 30 Rock (2006–2013), inspired by her experiences in television production. The show earned multiple Emmys and critical acclaim for its smart, self-aware humor. Fey also wrote the hit film Mean Girls (2004), later adapting it into a Broadway musical and film remake.

Her memoir, Bossypants (2011), became a #1 New York Times bestseller, blending humor and reflection on identity, leadership, and gender equality. The audiobook earned her a Grammy nomination.

Fey has received numerous honors, including the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, nine Emmy Awards, and three Golden Globes. Married to composer Jeff Richmond with two daughters, she continues to write, produce, and mentor young talent through her production company, Little Stranger.

In all her work, Tina Fey embodies wit, intelligence, and authenticity — proving that humor can challenge conventions, inspire change, and still make people laugh out loud.