History of Taylor Tomlinson in Timeline

Taylor Tomlinson is a prominent American stand-up comedian, writer, and television host recognized for her sharp wit and relatable humor. She has achieved significant success with three Netflix stand-up specials: Quarter-Life Crisis (2020), Look At You (2022), and Have It All (2024). In early 2024, Tomlinson began hosting the CBS late-night show, After Midnight, further solidifying her presence in the entertainment industry.

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August 2002: Death of Taylor Tomlinson's mother

In August 2002, Taylor Tomlinson's mother died of cancer when Taylor was eight years old, an event that later influenced her comedy.

2015: Top-Ten Finalist on Last Comic Standing

In 2015, Taylor Tomlinson became a top-ten finalist on the ninth season of NBC's Last Comic Standing.

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2017: Development of a sitcom for ABC

In 2017, Taylor Tomlinson developed a sitcom for ABC, in which she would play a character with a religious upbringing living with her two younger sisters; however, it was not picked up for a pilot.

December 2018: Opening act for Conan O'Brien's tour

Between November and December 2018, Taylor Tomlinson was one of the opening acts for Conan O'Brien's tour 'Team Coco Presents Conan & Friends: An Evening of Stand-Up and Investment Tips'.

March 2020: Release of Quarter-Life Crisis

In March 2020, Taylor Tomlinson's first Netflix stand-up special, Quarter-Life Crisis, was released.

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March 2020: Relationship with Sam Morril began

Taylor Tomlinson began a relationship with fellow comedian Sam Morril in March 2020.

2020: Part of the podcast Self-Helpless

In 2020, Taylor Tomlinson was part of the podcast Self-Helpless, together with fellow comedians Kelsey Cook and Delanie Fischer.

December 2021: Placement on Forbes 30 Under 30 list

In December 2021, Taylor Tomlinson was placed on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list.

February 2022: End of relationship with Sam Morril

In February 2022, Taylor Tomlinson's relationship with fellow comedian Sam Morril ended.

February 2022: Film based on Tomlinson's life acquired by Village Roadshow Pictures

In February 2022, Variety announced that Village Roadshow Pictures had acquired the rights to create a film based on the life of Taylor Tomlinson, which she would co-produce, co-write and star in.

March 2022: Release of Look At You

In March 2022, Taylor Tomlinson's second Netflix stand-up special, Look At You, was released.

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2022: Seventh-most-followed female comedian on TikTok

In 2022, Taylor Tomlinson became the seventh-most-followed female comedian on TikTok. Her popularity helped her acquire a sponsorship from Hotels.com, which she promotes on TikTok.

2022: Diagnosis with bipolar disorder

In her 2022 special 'Look at You', Taylor Tomlinson discussed being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

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September 2023: Debut at Radio City Music Hall

In September 2023, Taylor Tomlinson made her debut at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

November 1, 2023: Announcement as host of After Midnight

On November 1, 2023, it was announced that Taylor Tomlinson would host After Midnight, a CBS revival of the former Comedy Central panel show @midnight.

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November 2023: Filming of Have It All in Washington, D.C.

At the end of November 2023, Taylor Tomlinson filmed her third Netflix special, Have It All, in Washington, D.C..

January 17, 2024: Premiere of After Midnight

On January 17, 2024, Taylor Tomlinson's CBS late-night show, After Midnight, premiered.

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February 13, 2024: Release of Have It All

On February 13, 2024, Taylor Tomlinson released her third Netflix special, Have It All.

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June 16, 2024: Presenter at 77th Tony Awards

On June 16, 2024, Taylor Tomlinson served as one of the presenters at the 77th Tony Awards, held at Lincoln Center's David H. Koch Theater in New York City, and aired on CBS.

2024: Coming out as bisexual

In her 2024 special Have It All, Taylor Tomlinson came out as bisexual.

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June 2025: Cancellation of After Midnight after second season

CBS eventually decided to cancel After Midnight after its second season, scheduled to end in June 2025, since Taylor Tomlinson had decided to leave the show to focus on her stand-up career.

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