Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Tiffany Haddish

Discover the career path of Tiffany Haddish, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Tiffany Haddish is an American comedian and actress who gained prominence after her leading role in the 2017 film *Girls Trip*. Her performance in the film was critically acclaimed, earning her numerous awards. Haddish was recognized as one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in 2018. *The Hollywood Reporter* also listed her among the 100 most powerful people in entertainment in 2018 and 2019, solidifying her status in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1997: Comedy Camp Ultimatum

In 1997, after being given an ultimatum to attend either psychiatric therapy or the Laugh Factory Comedy Camp, a 17-year-old Tiffany Haddish chose comedy as an outlet for her pain, which she said "literally saved her life."

2013: Recurring Role on 'Real Husbands of Hollywood'

In 2013, Tiffany Haddish had a recurring role on "Real Husbands of Hollywood".

2014: Cast in 'If Loving You Is Wrong'

In 2014, Tiffany Haddish was cast in the Oprah Winfrey Network drama series "If Loving You Is Wrong".

2015: Role in 'The Carmichael Show'

In 2015, Tiffany Haddish gained prominence for her role in the NBC sitcom "The Carmichael Show".

2016: Co-starred in 'Keanu'

In 2016, Tiffany Haddish co-starred in the comedy film "Keanu" opposite Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key.

August 2017: Premiere of 'She Ready! From the Hood to Hollywood'

In August 2017, Tiffany Haddish's stand-up comedy special, "Tiffany Haddish: She Ready! From the Hood to Hollywood", premiered on Showtime, receiving positive reviews.

November 11, 2017: Hosting Saturday Night Live

On November 11, 2017, Tiffany Haddish hosted an episode of Saturday Night Live, making her the first African-American woman stand-up comedian to host the show, which won her a Primetime Emmy Award.

December 2017: Release of 'The Last Black Unicorn'

In December 2017, Tiffany Haddish's memoir, "The Last Black Unicorn", co-written with Tucker Max, was released and debuted at #15 on The New York Times best-seller list.

2017: Breakthrough Role in 'Girls Trip'

In 2017, Tiffany Haddish had her breakthrough role in the comedy film "Girls Trip", which earned her several accolades and recognition as one of the best film performances of the 21st century.

2017: 'Girls Trip' Release and Acclaim

In 2017, Tiffany Haddish starred in the film "Girls Trip", which received widely positive reviews. Haddish was particularly acclaimed for her performance, with many critics predicting her rise to stardom.

2017: Emmy Win and Memoir Publication

In 2017, Tiffany Haddish won a Primetime Emmy Award for hosting a "Saturday Night Live" episode and published her memoir, "The Last Black Unicorn".

2017: Continued Role in 'The Carmichael Show'

Tiffany Haddish continued her role in "The Carmichael Show" in 2017.

2018: Role in 'The Last O.G.'

In 2018, Tiffany Haddish appeared in the TBS series "The Last O.G.".

2018: New York Film Critics Speech

In 2018, Tiffany Haddish gave a notable seventeen-minute speech at the New York Film Critics Circle banquet that was praised for its inventiveness and the power of her imagination.

2018: Starring in 'The Last O.G.' and Film Roles

In 2018, Tiffany Haddish starred in the TBS sitcom "The Last O.G." and had roles in films such as "Uncle Drew" and "Night School". She also signed a first-look deal with HBO and was recognized as one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people.

August 2019: Premiere of 'Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready'

In August 2019, Tiffany Haddish premiered her comedy special on Netflix, "Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready", showcasing her favorite stand-up comedians.

2019: Executive Producer and Voice Role in 'Tuca & Bertie'

In 2019, Tiffany Haddish executive produced and voiced Tuca in the Netflix/Adult Swim animated series "Tuca & Bertie".

2019: Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album

In 2019, Tiffany Haddish won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album for "Black Mitzvah", becoming the second African-American woman to win this prize.

2020: Roles in 'Solar Opposites' and 'Like a Boss'

In 2020, Tiffany Haddish appeared in the Hulu series "Solar Opposites", and starred in the film "Like a Boss".

2020: Starring in 'Like a Boss'

In 2020, Tiffany Haddish starred in the film "Like a Boss", marking it as the first studio comedy film of the 2020s for Paramount Pictures.

2021: Voice Role in 'Karma's World'

From 2021, Tiffany Haddish voiced Lady K in the animated series "Karma's World".

2021: Starring in 'Here Today'

In 2021, Tiffany Haddish starred in the film "Here Today".

2021: Grammy Win and Awards Show Controversy

In 2021, Tiffany Haddish turned down hosting the Grammy Awards pre-telecast premiere ceremony due to financial disagreements with the Recording Academy, but later won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album for "Black Mitzvah".

2021: Performance in 'Girls Trip' on Best Film Performances List

In 2021, Tiffany Haddish's performance in "Girls Trip" was included on The New Yorker's list of the best film performances of the 21st century, highlighting the impact and inventiveness of her acting.