Amy Beth Schumer is an American multi-talented artist known for her work in stand-up comedy, acting, writing, producing, and directing. Her career gained significant momentum in the early 2000s. She participated in the NBC reality show "Last Comic Standing" in 2007. Her most notable work includes the Comedy Central sketch comedy series "Inside Amy Schumer," which she created, co-produced, co-wrote, and starred in from 2013 to 2016. The show earned her numerous accolades, including a Peabody Award and a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Sketch Series in 2015.
June 1, 1981: Birth of Amy Schumer
On June 1, 1981, Amy Beth Schumer was born in Manhattan, New York City.
1993: Setting of "Meteor Shower"
The play "Meteor Shower," in which Amy Schumer starred, is set in 1993 and centers around two couples spending an evening together.
1999: Schumer Graduates High School
Amy Schumer graduated from South Side High School in Rockville Centre, New York, in 1999. She was voted both "Class Clown" and "Teacher's Worst Nightmare" by her graduating class.
2003: Schumer Performs in "Keeping Abreast"
After graduating from Towson University in 2003, Amy Schumer moved to New York City and appeared in the Off-Off-Broadway black comedy "Keeping Abreast," playing a young woman diagnosed with breast cancer.
2003: Schumer Graduates from Towson University
Amy Schumer graduated from Towson University in Towson, Maryland, with a degree in theater in 2003.
June 1, 2004: Schumer's Stand-Up Debut
Amy Schumer began her stand-up comedy career on June 1, 2004, with her first performance at Gotham Comedy Club.
2007: Schumer Begins Appearances on "Red Eye w/ Greg Gutfeld"
Amy Schumer began making recurring guest appearances on the Fox News late-night program "Red Eye w/ Greg Gutfeld" in 2007.
2007: Schumer Films "Live at Gotham"
Amy Schumer filmed an episode of "Live at Gotham" for Comedy Central in 2007.
2007: Amy Schumer Competes on Last Comic Standing
In 2007, Amy Schumer appeared as a contestant on the fifth season of the NBC reality competition series Last Comic Standing, finishing in fourth place.
2008: Schumer Appears on Reality Bites Back
Amy Schumer co-starred in the Comedy Central reality show "Reality Bites Back" in 2008.
2009: Schumer Featured in Butterfinger Campaign
In 2009, Amy Schumer appeared in an advertising campaign for Butterfinger.
April 2, 2010: Schumer's "Comedy Central Presents" Special
Amy Schumer's first "Comedy Central Presents" special aired on April 2, 2010.
March 3, 2011: Schumer Discusses Early Life on WTF Podcast
On March 3, 2011, Amy Schumer appeared on an episode of the "WTF with Marc Maron" podcast, where she talked about her early life.
April 2011: Schumer Reflects on Last Comic Standing
In April 2011, Amy Schumer reflected on her experience on "Last Comic Standing," describing it as a positive one where she felt no pressure.
September 2011: Schumer Roasts Charlie Sheen
Amy Schumer participated in "The Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen" in September 2011.
February 2012: Schumer Discusses Her Comedy Style
In February 2012, Amy Schumer discussed her approach to stand-up comedy, expressing a preference for tackling personal and often taboo subjects.
June 2012: Development of "Inside Amy Schumer" Begins
Amy Schumer began developing her sketch comedy series, "Inside Amy Schumer," for Comedy Central in June 2012.
August 2012: Schumer Roasts Roseanne Barr
In August 2012, Amy Schumer took part in "The Comedy Central Roast of Roseanne Barr."
August 18, 2012: Premiere of "Mostly Sex Stuff"
Amy Schumer's stand-up comedy special, "Mostly Sex Stuff," premiered on Comedy Central on August 18, 2012, receiving positive reviews.
2012: Premiere of "Behind Amy Schumer"
A behind-the-scenes miniseries about the making of "Inside Amy Schumer," titled "Behind Amy Schumer," premiered in 2012.
2012: Schumer Concludes Appearances on "Red Eye w/ Greg Gutfeld"
In 2012, Amy Schumer concluded her run as a recurring guest on "Red Eye w/ Greg Gutfeld."
April 30, 2013: "Inside Amy Schumer" Premieres
Amy Schumer's sketch comedy series, "Inside Amy Schumer," premiered on Comedy Central on April 30, 2013.
2013: Inside Amy Schumer Premieres
Amy Schumer's sketch comedy series, "Inside Amy Schumer," premiered on Comedy Central on April 30, 2013.
2014: Schumer Embarks on Back Door Tour
In 2014, Amy Schumer went on her Back Door Tour to promote the second season of "Inside Amy Schumer."
April 21, 2015: Season 3 of "Inside Amy Schumer" Premieres
The third season of "Inside Amy Schumer" premiered on April 21, 2015.
June 2015: Criticism for Racial Humor
In June 2015, Amy Schumer faced criticism for her use of racially charged humor, with some critics pointing out a "blind spot" in her comedy. Schumer defended her jokes as satire but sparked a debate about race and comedy.
July 17, 2015: Trainwreck Release
On July 17, 2015, Amy Schumer's film "Trainwreck," in which she starred and wrote, was released.
August 2015: Collaboration with Jennifer Lawrence
In August 2015, news broke of a potential film collaboration between Amy Schumer and Jennifer Lawrence, with both of them set to star and co-write the screenplay with Schumer's sister, Kim.
September 2015: Opening Act for Madonna
Amy Schumer opened for Madonna on three New York City dates of the singer's Rebel Heart Tour in September 2015.
October 17, 2015: Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo Premiere
Amy Schumer's comedy special, "Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo," premiered on HBO on October 17, 2015.
November 2015: Pirelli Calendar Photo Shoot
In November 2015, Amy Schumer participated in a nude photo shoot with renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz for the 2016 edition of the Pirelli Calendar. Schumer shared the photo on social media, celebrating body positivity and challenging conventional beauty standards.
2015: Viral Skits and Social Commentary
Throughout 2015, Amy Schumer's sketch comedy series, "Inside Amy Schumer," gained significant attention for several skits that went viral online. These skits often tackled sensitive social issues like sex, feminism, and rape culture, sparking widespread discussions and debates.
2015: Trainwreck Release and Golden Globe Nomination
Amy Schumer wrote and starred in "Trainwreck," her film debut, in 2015. Her performance earned her a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical.
2015: Inside Amy Schumer Wins Emmy Award
In 2015, Amy Schumer won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Sketch Series for "Inside Amy Schumer."
2015: Time 100 and 10 Most Fascinating People
In 2015, Amy Schumer was recognized for her influence and comedic talent, being named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people and appearing on Barbara Walters' list of the 10 Most Fascinating People.
January 2016: Joke Stealing Accusations
Amy Schumer faced accusations of joke stealing in January 2016 from several comedians, including Tammy Pescatelli, Kathleen Madigan, Wendy Liebman, and Patrice O'Neal. Schumer denied the allegations, and other comedians came to her defense, but the controversy sparked debates about originality and plagiarism in comedy.
September 2016: The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo Release
Amy Schumer's memoir, "The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo," was released in September 2016 and quickly became a bestseller.
2016: Inside Amy Schumer Concludes
In 2016, "Inside Amy Schumer" concluded its run on Comedy Central after four seasons.
2016: Schumer's Memoir and Grammy Nominations
In 2016, Amy Schumer released her memoir, "The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo," which became a New York Times Best Seller. She also received two Grammy Award nominations: Best Comedy Album for "Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo" and Best Spoken Word Album for narrating her memoir.
2016: Pirelli Calendar Release
The 2016 Pirelli Calendar, featuring Amy Schumer's nude photograph, was released.
2016: Award Nominations for "Live at the Apollo"
In 2016, "Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo" received multiple award nominations, including three Primetime Emmy Award nominations and a Grammy Award nomination.
2016: Inside Amy Schumer Hiatus
Amy Schumer's sketch comedy series, "Inside Amy Schumer," went on hiatus in 2016.
2017: Schumer Stars in "Snatched"
Amy Schumer starred in the comedy film "Snatched" in 2017.
2017: Schumer Explores Ancestry on Finding Your Roots
In 2017, Amy Schumer appeared on the PBS genealogy show "Finding Your Roots" and learned about her family history, including her Puritan ancestry and the story of her ancestor's children who were captured during a French-Abenaki raid in 1704.
2017: Pescatelli's Apology
Tammy Pescatelli, one of the comedians who had accused Amy Schumer of joke stealing, issued an apology in 2017, acknowledging that the situation had escalated and suggesting that any similarities in their material were likely coincidental.
2017: Broadway Debut in "Meteor Shower"
Amy Schumer made her Broadway debut in 2017, starring in Steve Martin's comedy play "Meteor Shower."
February 13, 2018: Marriage to Chris Fischer
On February 13, 2018, Amy Schumer married chef and farmer Chris Fischer in Malibu, California.
June 21, 2018: Amy Schumer Presents: 3 Girls, 1 Keith Premiere
On June 21, 2018, Spotify premiered the original podcast "Amy Schumer Presents: 3 Girls, 1 Keith," featuring Schumer and fellow comedians Rachel Feinstein, Bridget Everett, and Keith Robinson.
October 4, 2018: Arrest at Brett Kavanaugh Protest
On October 4, 2018, Amy Schumer was arrested during a protest against the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh as an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. This event highlighted Schumer's willingness to use her platform to engage in political activism and voice her opposition to Kavanaugh's confirmation.
October 2018: Pregnancy Announcement
In October 2018, Amy Schumer announced that she was expecting her first child with Chris Fischer.
May 5, 2019: Birth of Son Gene
On May 5, 2019, Amy Schumer gave birth to her son, Gene, via caesarean section due to her endometriosis. Initially named Gene Attell, his middle name was later changed to David.
2019: Release of "I Feel Pretty"
In 2019, Amy Schumer starred in the comedy film "I Feel Pretty."
May 11, 2020: Amy Schumer Learns to Cook Premiere
On May 11, 2020, "Amy Schumer Learns to Cook," an eight-episode cooking show starring Schumer and her husband Chris Fischer, premiered on Food Network.
May 2020: Filming of "Amy Schumer Learns to Cook"
During May 2020, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, Amy Schumer and her husband, Chris Fischer, filmed the cooking show "Amy Schumer Learns to Cook" while in quarantine.
July 9, 2020: Expecting Amy Premiere
The documentary series "Expecting Amy," executive produced by and starring Amy Schumer, premiered on HBO Max on July 9, 2020. The series documented Schumer's difficult pregnancy journey while preparing for a stand-up special.
July 2020: Renewed Criticism and Support for Black Lives Matter
Amy Schumer faced renewed criticism in July 2020 for her past comedic material, which some deemed racially insensitive. This criticism coincided with her vocal support for the Black Lives Matter movement, leading to further debate about her comedic history and social activism.
2020: Expecting Amy Documentary Release
Amy Schumer created, produced, and starred in the HBO documentary series "Expecting Amy," which was released in 2020.
February 2021: Inside Amy Schumer Revival Announced
The revival of Amy Schumer's sketch comedy series, "Inside Amy Schumer," was announced in February 2021 after being on hiatus since 2016.
September 2021: Uterus Removal Surgery
In September 2021, Amy Schumer had her uterus removed to alleviate symptoms related to endometriosis.
January 2022: Casting in "Only Murders in the Building"
Amy Schumer was cast in a guest role for the second season of the Hulu comedy-mystery series "Only Murders in the Building" in January 2022.
March 18, 2022: Life & Beth Premiere
Amy Schumer wrote, directed, and starred in the Hulu comedy series "Life & Beth," which premiered on March 18, 2022.
March 27, 2022: 94th Academy Awards Co-host
On March 27, 2022, Amy Schumer co-hosted the 94th Academy Awards alongside Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes.
2022: Premiere of Life & Beth
Amy Schumer's Hulu comedy-drama series "Life & Beth" premiered in 2022.
2022: Voter Turnout Advocacy and Collaboration with VoteRiders
Leading up to the 2022 midterm elections, Amy Schumer used her platform to encourage voter turnout and partnered with VoteRiders, an organization dedicated to voter ID education and assistance, to raise awareness about voter ID requirements.
May 2023: Joke Stealing Compilation Video
A 26-minute compilation video alleging joke theft by Amy Schumer was posted on YouTube in 2017 and garnered over 8.8 million views by May 2023, keeping the controversy alive.
October 2023: Open Letter Condemning Hamas and Supporting Israel
In October 2023, Amy Schumer joined over 700 Hollywood professionals in signing an open letter condemning the terrorist group Hamas and demanding the release of hostages held in Gaza. The letter expressed solidarity with Israel and cautioned against the spread of misinformation during the conflict.
2023: Emergency Contact Release
Amy Schumer released her comedy special "Emergency Contact" in 2023.
February 2024: Diagnosis of Cushing's Syndrome
In February 2024, Amy Schumer announced that she had been diagnosed with Cushing's syndrome.