Issa Rae's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Issa Rae.
Issa Rae is an American actress, writer, and producer, notably known for co-creating, co-writing, and starring in the HBO series *Insecure*. Her work on *Insecure* garnered her multiple Golden Globe and Primetime Emmy nominations. She is also the founder of Hoorae Media, a multimedia entertainment company.
August 11, 2011: Awkward Black Girl Kickstarter Success
On August 11, 2011, Issa Rae and Tracy Oliver were awarded $56,269 from 1,960 donations through Kickstarter to fund the rest of the first season of Awkward Black Girl, and released the rest of season one on Rae's YouTube channel.
2012: Forbes '30 Under 30' List Inclusion
In 2012, Issa Rae was included on the annual Forbes '30 Under 30' list in the entertainment section.
2013: Awkward Black Girl wins Shorty Award
In 2013, Awkward Black Girl won a Shorty award for Best Web Show.
2014: Forbes '30 Under 30' List Inclusion
In 2014, Issa Rae was included in the Forbes '30 Under 30' list in the entertainment section.
May 2015: Essence Magazine Cover
In May 2015, Issa Rae appeared on the cover of Essence magazine's Game Changers issue, alongside Shonda Rhimes, Ava DuVernay, Debbie Allen, and Mara Brock Akil.
2016: Insecure series release
In 2016, Issa Rae achieved recognition as the co-creator, co-writer, and star of the HBO television series Insecure.
2017: American Film Institute recognition
In 2017, the American Film Institute selected Insecure as one of the top 10 Television Programs of the Year.
2018: Golden Globe Award Nomination
In 2018, Issa Rae received a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actress – Television Series Musical or Comedy for her acting work on Insecure.
2018: Time 100 List Inclusion
In 2018, Issa Rae was included in the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world.
2018: Insecure Honored at Peabody Awards
In 2018, at the 77th annual Peabody Awards, Insecure was honored for "creating a series that authentically captures the lives of everyday young, black people in modern society."
2020: Primetime Emmy Award Nomination
In 2020, Issa Rae received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her acting work on Insecure.
2022: Primetime Emmy Award Nomination
In 2022, Issa Rae received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her acting work on Insecure.
2022: Time 100 List Inclusion
In 2022, Issa Rae was included in the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world.
