History of Lindy West in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 16, 2026

Lindy West is an American writer, comedian, and prominent activist known for her insightful commentary on feminism, popular culture, film, and the fat acceptance movement. She is the author of acclaimed essay collections such as 'Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman,' 'The Witches Are Coming,' and 'Shit, Actually,' which have solidified her reputation as a sharp and fearless voice in contemporary discourse. Her work often challenges societal norms and advocates for greater inclusivity and understanding.

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March 9, 1982: Lindy West's Birth

On March 9, 1982, Lindy West, an American writer, comedian, and activist known for her work on feminism, popular culture, and the fat acceptance movement, was born.

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2010: Abortion

In 2010, Lindy West shared that she had an abortion while in a bad relationship.

2010: Viral "Sex and the City 2" Review

In 2010, Lindy West's critical review of the movie "Sex and the City 2" gained significant attention and went viral.

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2011: Death of Father

In 2011, Lindy West's father, Paul West, who was a musician, passed away.

2011: Started Dating Ahamefule Oluo

Lindy West started dating musician and writer Ahamefule J. Oluo in 2011, but they briefly split later that year.

2013: Feud with Kurt Metzger

In 2013, Lindy West engaged in a feud with Kurt Metzger via Facebook and Twitter over Metzger's defense of rape humor.

2013: Women's Media Center Social Media Award

In 2013, Lindy West received the Women's Media Center Social Media Award, presented by Jane Fonda. During her acceptance speech, West addressed stereotypes about millennials and highlighted the presence of young feminists and activists online.

July 11, 2015: Marriage to Ahamefule J. Oluo

On July 11, 2015, Lindy West married musician and writer Ahamefule J. Oluo, the younger sibling of writer Ijeoma Oluo.

September 19, 2015: Co-founding Shout Your Abortion

On September 19, 2015, Lindy West co-founded Shout Your Abortion, a social media campaign on Twitter where people share their abortion experiences online without "sadness, shame or regret" for the purpose of "destigmatization, normalization, and putting an end to shame".

2016: Began Writing Opinion Columns for The New York Times

In 2016, Lindy West began writing opinion columns for The New York Times, a position she held until 2019.

2016: The Stranger's Genius Award

In 2016, Lindy West received The Stranger's Genius Award in Literature for her book, "Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman".

2016: Release of Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman

In 2016, Lindy West's book, "Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman", was released, marking a significant milestone in her writing career.

March 15, 2019: Shrill TV Series Premiere

On March 15, 2019, the television series adaptation of Lindy West's memoir, "Shrill", starring Aidy Bryant, premiered on Hulu. West served as an executive producer and writer for the show.

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November 5, 2019: Publication of The Witches Are Coming

On November 5, 2019, Lindy West's second essay collection, "The Witches Are Coming", was published by Hachette Book Group.

October 2020: Release of Shit, Actually

In October 2020, Hachette Books released Lindy West's book "Shit, Actually: The Definitive, 100% Objective Guide to Modern Cinema".

2022: Revealed Polyamorous Relationship

In 2022, Lindy West and her husband, Ahamefule Oluo, revealed that they are polyamorous, defining their relationship as a "closed triad" with a shared partner named Roya.

2023: Film Release and One-Woman Show Premiere

In 2023, Lindy West co-wrote the film "Thin Skin" with her husband Ahamefule Oluo, and it was released. Also in 2023, she premiered her one-woman show, "Every Castle, Ranked."

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2023: Premiere of One-Woman Show

In 2023, Lindy West premiered her one-woman show "Every Castle, Ranked," where she discusses castles as a metaphor for squandered childhood potential.