Luenell

Luenell, famously known as the “Original Bad Girl of Comedy,” has been making audiences laugh for over 30 years with her unapologetic humor, magnetic personality, and booming voice. Born in Tollette, Arkansas, and raised in Oakland, California, Luenell is one of the most sought-after female comedians in the business. She’s currently headlining her own tour, the “Fresh Out of Favors Comedy Tour,” and holds a residency at Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club in Las Vegas, showcasing her unique blend of wit and candor on the Vegas strip.
Luenell’s Netflix special Town Business, executive produced by Dave Chappelle and directed by Stan Lathan, adds to her impressive resume, which includes a breakout role in Borat. In the Oscar-nominated film, she portrays a prostitute, with her trademark blend of humor and heart, which earned her international acclaim. Her film credits also include Coming 2 America, Dolemite Is My Name, A Star is Born, Think Like a Man, and Taken 2.

On the small screen, Luenell has been featured in popular shows such as Hacks, The Last O.G., It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Californication, and many more. She also appears in Amazon Prime’s docuseries Phat Tuesdays, which highlights the influential comedy showcase at The Comedy Store that helped launch many of today’s biggest Black comedians.

In addition to her stand-up career and acting roles, Luenell’s comedy CD, Luenell Live: I Only Drink at Work, is available on digital platforms everywhere. With a career that spans TV, film, and stand-up comedy, Luenell continues to cement her place as a comedy legend, beloved by fans for her audacity, charm, and unfiltered humor.