Tiffany Cornilia Haddish is an American stand-up comedian and actress. She gained widespread recognition with her leading role in the 2017 comedy film Girls Trip, which earned her critical acclaim and was included on The New Yorker's list of the best film performances of the 21st century. In 2018, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world, and The Hollywood Reporter listed her among the 100 most powerful people in entertainment in 2018 and 2019.
December 3, 1979: Birth of Tiffany Haddish
Tiffany Cornilia Haddish was born on December 3, 1979. She would go on to become an acclaimed stand-up comedian and actress.
1986: Whoopi Goldberg Wins Grammy
In 1986, Whoopi Goldberg won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album, becoming the first African-American woman to achieve this honor.
1988: Tragic Accident and Family Hardships
In 1988, Tiffany Haddish's mother, Leola, suffered severe brain damage in a car accident, leading to schizophrenia and abusive behavior. Nine-year-old Tiffany became the primary caregiver for her siblings.
1997: Choosing Comedy Over Therapy
In 1997, Tiffany Haddish chose to attend the Laugh Factory Comedy Camp over psychiatric therapy, finding a passion for comedy that she says 'literally saved her life'.
2008: Marriage to William Stewart
In 2008, Tiffany Haddish married William Stewart. He helped her reconnect with her estranged father, who walked her down the aisle at their wedding. She described it as one of the happiest days of her life.
2011: Filed for Divorce
Tiffany Haddish filed for divorce from William Stewart in Los Angeles County in 2011. The divorce was finalized in 2013.
2013: Recurring Role on 'Real Husbands of Hollywood'
In 2013, Tiffany Haddish had a recurring role on the show 'Real Husbands of Hollywood'.
2013: Divorce Finalized
In 2013, Tiffany Haddish's divorce from William Stewart was finalized, following her initial filing in 2011.
2014: Casting 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 with her role in the NBC sitcom 'The Carmichael Show'.
2016: Role in 'Keanu'
In 2016, Tiffany Haddish starred in the comedy film 'Keanu'.
2016: Role in 'Keanu'
In 2016, Tiffany Haddish co-starred in the comedy film 'Keanu'.
August 2017: Stand-up Special on Showtime
In August 2017, Tiffany Haddish's stand-up comedy special 'Tiffany Haddish: She Ready! From the Hood to Hollywood' premiered on Showtime and received positive reviews.
November 11, 2017: Hosting 'Saturday Night Live'
On November 11, 2017, Tiffany Haddish hosted 'Saturday Night Live', becoming the first African-American woman stand-up comedian to host the show. She won a Primetime Emmy Award for her performance.
December 2017: Release of Memoir 'The Last Black Unicorn'
In December 2017, Tiffany Haddish released her memoir 'The Last Black Unicorn', which debuted at #15 on The New York Times best-seller list.
2017: Dabbled in Scientology
In 2017, Tiffany Haddish revealed that she had briefly dabbled in Scientology.
2017: Starring Role in 'Girls Trip'
In 2017, Tiffany Haddish starred in the comedy film 'Girls Trip', which received critical acclaim and grossed over $140 million worldwide.
2017: Emmy Award Win and Memoir Release
In 2017, Tiffany Haddish won a Primetime Emmy Award for hosting 'Saturday Night Live' and published her memoir 'The Last Black Unicorn'.
2017: End of 'The Carmichael Show'
In 2017, Tiffany Haddish's role in 'The Carmichael Show' came to an end.
2017: Breakthrough in 'Girls Trip'
In 2017, Tiffany Haddish had her breakthrough role in the comedy film 'Girls Trip', which earned her several accolades and widespread recognition.
2018: Lead Role in 'The Last O.G.' and Multiple Film Roles
In 2018, Tiffany Haddish starred in the TBS sitcom 'The Last O.G.', and had film roles in 'Uncle Drew', 'Night School', and 'Nobody's Fool'. She also signed a first-look deal with HBO and was named one of Time's 100 most influential people.
2018: Named One of the 100 Most Influential People by Time
In 2018, Tiffany Haddish was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
2018: First Visit to Eritrea
In 2018, Tiffany Haddish visited Eritrea for the first time to bury her father and connect with her relatives. Her father had come to the U.S. as a refugee.
2018: Revelation of Past Trauma
In 2018, Tiffany Haddish revealed that she had been raped at age 17 by a police cadet, which influenced her aggressive behavior to avoid unwanted advances.
2018: New York Film Critics Circle Speech
In 2018, Tiffany Haddish gave a seventeen-minute speech at the New York Film Critics Circle banquet, praised for its power and inventive imagination.
2018: Role in 'The Last O.G.'
Beginning in 2018, Tiffany Haddish starred opposite Tracy Morgan in the TBS sitcom 'The Last O.G.'.
May 22, 2019: Naturalized Eritrean Citizen
On May 22, 2019, Tiffany Haddish became a naturalized Eritrean citizen while participating in festivities commemorating the 28th anniversary of Eritrean independence from Ethiopia.
August 2019: Netflix Comedy Special Premiere
In August 2019, Netflix premiered Tiffany Haddish's new comedy special, Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready. The series aimed to give mainstream exposure to some of her favorite stand-up comedians.
December 2019: Bat Mitzvah Ceremony
In December 2019, Tiffany Haddish, whose late father was Jewish, had her bat mitzvah ceremony at the age of 40. The ceremony was conducted by Reform rabbi Susan Silverman, with comedian Billy Crystal in attendance.
2019: Voicing and Producing 'Tuca & Bertie'
From 2019 to 2022, Tiffany Haddish executive produced and voiced Tuca in the Netflix/Adult Swim animated series 'Tuca & Bertie'.
2019: Listed Among the 100 Most Powerful People in Entertainment
In 2019, The Hollywood Reporter listed Tiffany Haddish among the 100 most powerful people in entertainment for the second consecutive year.
2019: Grammy Award for 'Black Mitzvah'
In 2019, Tiffany Haddish released the album 'Black Mitzvah', which earned her a Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album.
2019: Continued Recognition and Influence
In 2019, Tiffany Haddish was again listed among the 100 most powerful people in entertainment by The Hollywood Reporter.
2020: Relationship with Common Begins
Tiffany Haddish began a relationship with rapper Common in mid-2020.
2020: Continuation of 'The Last O.G.'
The TBS series 'The Last O.G.' featuring Tiffany Haddish continued until 2020.
2020: Starring Role in Like a Boss
In 2020, Tiffany Haddish starred in the film Like a Boss, marking the first studio comedy film of the 2020s for Paramount Pictures. She co-starred with Rose Byrne and Salma Hayek.
November 2021: Relationship with Common Ends
In November 2021, Tiffany Haddish's relationship with rapper Common came to an end. The couple had been together since mid-2020.
2021: Voice Role in Karma's World
From 2021 to 2022, Tiffany Haddish voiced the character Lady K, the head of a recording studio, in the animated series Karma's World.
2021: Role in 'Here Today'
In 2021, Tiffany Haddish starred in the film 'Here Today'.
2021: Turned Down Grammy Hosting
In 2021, Tiffany Haddish turned down a request to host the Grammy Awards pre-telecast premiere ceremony after the Recording Academy expected her to cover her own expenses, which she found disrespectful.
2021: Recognition for 'Girls Trip' Performance
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.
2021: Wins Grammy for Best Comedy Album
Tiffany Haddish won the 2021 Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album for her work on Black Mitzvah. The news was revealed to her during the taping of Kids Say the Darndest Things.
January 14, 2022: Arrested for DUI
On January 14, 2022, Tiffany Haddish was arrested in Peachtree City, Georgia, for a DUI charge. Police suspected she was under the influence of marijuana. She was booked at Fayette County Jail and later released the same day on a $1,666 bond.
August 15, 2022: Tiffany's Sister on 'Claim to Fame'
On August 15, 2022, Tiffany Haddish's sister, Jasmine English, placed 7th on the TV show 'Claim to Fame' but was voted out.
August 30, 2022: Sued for Alleged Grooming and Sexual Abuse
On August 30, 2022, Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears were sued for alleged grooming and sexual abuse of two minors. The lawsuit claimed the children were asked to perform sexually suggestive content for comedy skits. Haddish's attorney stated the lawsuit had no merit.
2022: Role in 'The Afterparty'
In 2022, Tiffany Haddish portrayed Detective Danner in the Apple TV+ comedy series 'The Afterparty'.
November 24, 2023: Second Alleged DUI Arrest
On November 24, 2023, Tiffany Haddish was arrested for a second alleged DUI after the Beverly Hills Police Department received a call about a woman unresponsive at the wheel.
2023: Continuation of 'The Afterparty'
Tiffany Haddish continued her role as Detective Danner in 'The Afterparty' until 2023.