Tiffany Haddish's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Tiffany Haddish. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

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.

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

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."

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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.