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Comedy writer and sketch performer, she made waves in 2015 when she joined The Nightly Show—a major milestone in her career. And let’s be honest, it wasn’t just any job; she became the first African-American woman to serve as head writer on a late-night talk show, which is no small feat. That kind of groundbreaking achievement really set the tone for what was to come. Later on, she took things even further by hosting BET’s The Rundown, stepping into history once again as the first African-American woman to host a late-night TV talk show. Pretty impressive, right?
Now, before all the spotlight and red carpets, she was just a student with big dreams. She attended Northwestern University, where she earned her degree in Broadcast Journalism and African-American Studies—a combo that clearly shaped her unique voice and perspective. Born to Dave and Phyllis Thede, a German-American father and an African-American mother, she grew up in a blended household that likely influenced her storytelling style. Oh, and fun fact—she’s not an only child! She has two younger sisters, so growing up, there was probably never a dull moment at home. All in all, her journey—from college halls to late-night television—shows just how much talent, determination, and timing can open doors, especially when you’re breaking barriers along the way.
She really made a name for herself when she landed a role in the BET original web series Buppies—it was such a standout moment in her career. Around that time, she also worked behind the scenes as a staff writer on Real Husbands of Hollywood, another popular BET original. She brought so much talent and creativity to both projects, showing just how versatile she could be. Her work on these shows definitely helped solidify her presence in the industry, and people started taking even more notice of her unique voice. She continued building momentum from there, and it was clear she wasn’t slowing down anytime soon.
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