Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ali Wong

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 26, 2025

How Ali Wong built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Ali Wong is a prominent American comedian, actress, writer, producer, and director. She gained widespread recognition for her Netflix stand-up specials, including *Baby Cobra*, *Hard Knock Wife*, *Don Wong*, and *Single Lady*. Wong co-wrote, produced, and starred in the romantic comedy *Always Be My Maybe*. She has won three Golden Globe Awards and two Primetime Emmy Awards, notably for her lead role in the Netflix series *Beef*, making her the first Asian woman to win a lead acting Emmy. Wong has also been named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in both 2020 and 2023.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2011: Named one of "10 Comics to Watch"

In 2011, Ali Wong was named one of Variety's "10 Comics to Watch", marking an early recognition of her comedic talent. She also appeared on The Tonight Show, John Oliver's New York Stand Up Show and Dave Attell's Comedy Underground Show.

2013: Appearances on VH1 and MTV

In 2013, Ali Wong appeared on VH1's Best Week Ever and MTV's Hey Girl, expanding her presence in popular media.

2014: Role in "Black Box" and "Inside Amy Schumer"

In 2014, Ali Wong played Dr. Lina Lark in the ABC series "Black Box" and guest-starred in "Inside Amy Schumer".

September 2015: Filming of "Baby Cobra"

In September 2015, Ali Wong filmed her stand-up special "Baby Cobra" at the Neptune Theater in Seattle while seven months pregnant.

September 11, 2016: New York Fashion Week Appearance

On September 11, 2016, Ali Wong spoke at and walked the runway for Opening Ceremony's show during New York Fashion Week.

2016: Starring in "American Housewife"

In 2016, Ali Wong began starring in the ABC sitcom "American Housewife".

2016: Release of "Baby Cobra"

In 2016, Ali Wong released her Netflix stand-up special "Baby Cobra", which significantly boosted her career.

2017: Filming of "Hard Knock Wife"

In 2017, Ali Wong filmed her second Netflix stand-up special "Hard Knock Wife" at the Winter Garden Theatre in Toronto while seven months pregnant.

2018: Release of "Hard Knock Wife"

In 2018, Ali Wong released her second Netflix stand-up special, "Hard Knock Wife."

October 15, 2019: Publication of "Dear Girls"

On October 15, 2019, Ali Wong published her book "Dear Girls: Intimate Tales, Untold Secrets and Advice for Living Your Best Life", which later won the Goodreads Choice Award for Humor.

2019: Release of "Always Be My Maybe"

In 2019, Ali Wong starred in and co-wrote the romantic comedy film "Always Be My Maybe".

2021: "American Housewife" Cancellation

In 2021, the ABC sitcom "American Housewife", in which Ali Wong starred, was cancelled.

February 2022: Release of "Don Wong"

In February 2022, Ali Wong released her third Netflix stand-up special, "Don Wong".

2022: Release of "Don Wong"

In 2022, Ali Wong released her third Netflix stand-up special, "Don Wong."

2023: Starring in "Beef" and Golden Globe Win

In 2023, Ali Wong co-starred in the Netflix series "Beef" and won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Miniseries or Television Film for her performance, becoming the first actress of Asian descent to win in that category. She also won a Primetime Emmy Award.