Amy Schumer is an American stand-up comedian, actress, writer, and producer, born on June 1, 1981, in New York City. She rose to fame in the early 2010s with her cutting-edge, often provocative, and self-deprecating humor. Schumer’s comedy often revolves around topics such as relationships, body image, and gender roles.
Schumer began her career in stand-up comedy and gained national attention with her appearance on the reality competition series *Last Comic Standing* in 2007, where she was a finalist. Her breakout moment came with her television series *Inside Amy Schumer*, which aired from 2013 to 2016 on Comedy Central. The show was a mix of sketches, stand-up performances, and interviews, and it earned her a Peabody Award and several Emmy nominations, with a win for Outstanding Variety Sketch Series in 2015.
In 2015, Schumer wrote and starred in the comedy film *Trainwreck*, which was a critical and commercial success. The film showcased her unique comedic voice and earned her nominations for a Writers Guild of America Award and a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Comedy or Musical.
Schumer has also been vocal about social and political issues, including gender equality and gun control, and she has used her platform to advocate for causes important to her. She has written a best-selling memoir, *The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo* (2016), which delves into her personal life and career.
In addition to her success in comedy and film, Schumer has continued performing stand-up, releasing comedy specials, including *Amy Schumer: The Leather Special* (2017) and *Growing* (2019), on Netflix. She remains a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, known for her sharp wit and boundary-pushing humor.