Wanda Sykes

Wanda Sykes is a comedian, actress, and producer known for her smart-witted stand-up comedy and her upcoming hour-long standup special on Netflix.

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Profession :

Comedian

Birthday :

March 7, 1964

Star Sign :

Pisces

Age :

61

Birthplace :

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States

Wanda Sykes, an American comedian, actress, and writer, is renowned for her stand-up comedy acts and her role as Barb in the TV series The New Adventures of Old Christine. She has also contributed as a writer and consulting producer for The Chris Rock Show, earning a Primetime Emmy Award for her writing on Inside the NFL. Sykes has appeared in notable works such as Monster-in-Law and Curb Your Enthusiasm. In recent years, she has become an advocate for breast cancer screening and healthcare access. Her upcoming hour-long stand-up special, “I’m An Entertainer,” will be released on Netflix. Interestingly, Sykes only came to terms with her sexuality in adulthood, despite realizing she was gay in the third grade.