History of Tiffany Haddish in Timeline
Tiffany Haddish is an American stand-up comedian and actress who achieved mainstream recognition with her starring role in the 2017 film *Girls Trip*. Her performance garnered critical acclaim, landing her on *The New Yorker's* list of best film performances. Haddish was recognized as one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in 2018. *The Hollywood Reporter* also acknowledged her influence, listing her among the 100 most powerful people in entertainment in 2018 and 2019.
December 3, 1979: Tiffany Haddish Born
On December 3, 1979, Tiffany Sara Cornilia Haddish was born. She would later become an American stand-up comedian and actress.
1986: Whoopi Goldberg won Grammy
Whoopi Goldberg was the first African-American woman to win a Grammy for Best comedy album in 1986.
1988: Mother's Brain Damage
In 1988, while her family lived in Colton, California, Tiffany Haddish's mother, Leola, suffered severe brain damage in a car accident, leading to significant changes in her behavior. This incident caused Tiffany to become the family's primary caregiver at the age of nine.
1997: Attended Laugh Factory Comedy Camp
In 1997, after being given an ultimatum by her social worker, 17-year-old Tiffany Haddish chose to attend the Laugh Factory Comedy Camp as an outlet for her pain. Mentorship from comedians helped her discover a passion that "literally saved her life."
2008: Married William Stewart
In 2008, Tiffany Haddish married William Stewart, who helped her locate her estranged father, who walked her down the aisle.
2011: Filed for Divorce
In 2011, Tiffany Haddish filed for divorce from William Stewart in Los Angeles County.
2013: Recurring Role on Real Husbands of Hollywood
In 2013, Tiffany Haddish had a recurring role on Real Husbands of Hollywood.
2013: Divorce Finalized
In 2013, Tiffany Haddish's divorce from William Stewart was finalized.
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, leaving after one season.
2015: Role in The Carmichael Show
In 2015, Tiffany Haddish gained prominence for her role in the NBC sitcom The Carmichael Show, which ran until 2017.
August 2017: Comedy Special Premiered on Showtime
In August 2017, Tiffany Haddish's stand-up comedy special Tiffany Haddish: She Ready! From the Hood to Hollywood premiered on Showtime.
November 11, 2017: Hosted 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.
December 2017: Memoir Released
In December 2017, Tiffany Haddish's memoir, The Last Black Unicorn, co-written with Tucker Max, was released by Simon & Schuster and debuted at #15 on The New York Times best-seller list.
2017: The Carmichael Show (2015-2017)
From 2015 to 2017, Haddish starred in The Carmichael Show.
2017: Dabbled in Scientology
In 2017, Tiffany Haddish revealed that she had briefly dabbled in Scientology.
2017: Starred in Girls Trip
In 2017, Tiffany Haddish starred in the comedy film Girls Trip alongside Regina Hall, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Queen Latifah. Her performance as Dina was acclaimed.
2017: Emmy Award 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: Breakthrough Role in Girls Trip
In 2017, Tiffany Haddish's breakthrough came with a leading role in the comedy film Girls Trip, earning her accolades and recognition as one of the best film performances of the 21st century by The New Yorker.
2018: Starred in The Last O.G.
Beginning in 2018, Tiffany Haddish starred opposite Tracy Morgan in the TBS sitcom The Last O.G., marking her first lead role in a sitcom. She also had roles in the films Uncle Drew and Night School.
2018: Visited Eritrea to Bury Father
In 2018, Tiffany Haddish first visited Eritrea to bury her Eritrean father and connect with her relatives.
2018: Speech at New York Film Critics Circle
In 2018, Tiffany Haddish gave a seventeen-minute speech at the New York Film Critics Circle banquet, which was highly praised.
2018: Haddish Reveals Rape at Age 17
In 2018, Tiffany Haddish revealed that she had been raped at age 17 by a police cadet, which she says led to her aggressiveness in avoiding unwanted advances from men.
2018: Named One of 100 Most Influential People
In 2018, Tiffany Haddish was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
May 22, 2019: Became Eritrean Citizen
On May 22, 2019, Tiffany Haddish became a naturalized Eritrean citizen while participating in celebrations commemorating the 28th anniversary of Eritrean independence from Ethiopia.
August 2019: Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready Premiered
In August 2019, Netflix premiered Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready, a comedy special series where she introduced her favorite stand-up comedians.
December 2019: Bat Mitzvah Ceremony
In December 2019, at the age of 40, Tiffany Haddish had her bat mitzvah ceremony, conducted by Reform rabbi Susan Silverman, with comedian Billy Crystal in attendance. This marked her adherence to the Jewish faith after learning of her father's Judaism.
2019: Voice role and executive producer in Tuca & Bertie
From 2019 to 2022, Haddish executive produced and voiced Tuca in the Netflix/Adult Swim animated series Tuca & Bertie.
2019: Hollywood Reporter Recognition
In 2019, The Hollywood Reporter again listed Tiffany Haddish among the 100 most powerful people in entertainment, following her initial recognition in 2018.
2019: Listed Among the Most Powerful People in Entertainment
In 2019, The Hollywood Reporter listed Tiffany Haddish among the 100 most powerful people in entertainment for the second year in a row.
2019: Grammy Award for Black Mitzvah
In 2019, Tiffany Haddish won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album for Black Mitzvah.
2020: Roles in Solar Opposites and Like a Boss
In 2020, Tiffany Haddish gained prominence for her role in the Hulu series Solar Opposites and also starred in the film Like a Boss.
2020: Starred in Like a Boss
In 2020, Tiffany Haddish starred in Like a Boss, co-starring with Rose Byrne and Salma Hayek.
2020: Began Relationship with Common
In mid-2020, Tiffany Haddish began a relationship with rapper Common.
November 2021: Ended Relationship with Common
In November 2021, Tiffany Haddish ended her relationship with rapper Common.
2021: Voiced Lady K in Karma's World
From 2021 to 2022, Tiffany Haddish voiced Lady K, the head of a recording studio, in the animated series Karma's World.
2021: Role in Here Today
In 2021, Haddish starred in the film Here Today.
2021: Grammy Win for Black Mitzvah
In 2021, Tiffany Haddish won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album for Black Mitzvah. She also turned down the request to host the Grammy Awards pre-telecast premiere ceremony due to financial disagreements with the Recording Academy.
2021: Performance Included 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.
January 14, 2022: Arrested for DUI
On January 14, 2022, Tiffany Haddish was arrested in Peachtree City, Georgia, on a DUI charge after police found her asleep behind the wheel; she was later released on bond. She was in the area filming for Haunted Mansion at the time.
August 15, 2022: Jasmine English on Claim to Fame
On August 15, 2022, Tiffany Haddish's sister, Jasmine English, placed 7th in the TV show Claim to Fame, being 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 related to comedy skits. Haddish's attorney released a statement saying the lawsuit had no merit.
2022: Karma's World (2021-2022)
From 2021 to 2022, Haddish voiced Lady K in Karma's World.
2022: Role in The Afterparty
In 2022, Tiffany Haddish portrayed Detective Danner in the Apple TV+ comedy series The Afterparty, which ran until 2023.
November 24, 2023: Second DUI Arrest
On November 24, 2023, Tiffany Haddish was arrested for a second alleged DUI in Beverly Hills after police found her unresponsive at the wheel. The charges were later dropped.
2023: The Afterparty (2022-2023)
From 2022 to 2023, Haddish starred in The Afterparty.
November 10, 2024: Emceed Pro-Israel Rally
On November 10, 2024, Tiffany Haddish served as emcee for a pro-Israel rally in Washington, D.C.
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