Tina Fey

Date of Birth: May 18, 1970

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Tina Fey, born Elizabeth Stamatina Fey, is an American comedian, actress, writer, producer, and playwright. She was born on May 18, 1970, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. Tina Fey rose to prominence as a writer and performer for the NBC sketch comedy series “Saturday Night Live” (SNL). She is perhaps best known for her work on the critically acclaimed television series “30 Rock,” which she created, produced, wrote, and starred in. The show, which aired from 2006 to 2013, was a satirical look at the behind-the-scenes antics of a fictional live sketch comedy show. Fey’s career began to take off when she joined the cast of SNL in 1997, eventually becoming the show’s first female head writer. Her tenure on SNL was marked by memorable sketches and her portrayal of notable figures such as Sarah Palin. In addition to her television work, Fey has also found success in film, with notable roles in movies like “Mean Girls” (which she also wrote), “Date Night,” and “Sisters.” Fey has been awarded numerous accolades for her work, including multiple Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and even a Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2010. Beyond her professional achievements, Fey has been a vocal advocate for women’s rights and equality in the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Tina Fey

1. Tina Fey was the first female head writer in the history of “Saturday Night Live.”

2. She wrote the screenplay for the iconic teen comedy “Mean Girls,” which was based on the non-fiction book “Queen Bees and Wannabes” by Rosalind Wiseman.

3. Fey has a scar on the left side of her face from a childhood incident where she was attacked by a stranger.

4. She co-created the Netflix series “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” which has received critical acclaim and numerous award nominations.

5. Fey is a graduate of the University of Virginia, where she studied playwriting and acting.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Tina Fey

1. “You can tell how smart people are by what they laugh at.”

2. “Do your thing and don’t care if they like it.”

3. “Say yes, and you’ll figure it out afterward.”

4. “There are no mistakes, only opportunities.”

5. “The show doesn’t go on because it’s ready; it goes on because it’s 11:30.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Tina Fey’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $75 million.

Children

Tina Fey has two daughters with her husband, Jeff Richmond. Their names are Alice Zenobia Richmond, born in 2005, and Penelope Athena Richmond, born in 2011.