Ali Wong, born Alexandra Dawn Wong on April 19, 1982, is a well-known American actress and stand-up comedian. Her rise to fame was propelled by her successful Netflix stand-up specials, including “Don Wong,” “Baby Cobra,” and “Hard Knock Wife.” Beyond her stand-up career, Ali Wong also showcased her talents as a writer, producer, and actress in the 2019 film “Always Be My Maybe.” Let’s explore the life and achievements of this multi-talented entertainer.
Ali Wong, the youngest of four children, was born in San Francisco, California, to her Vietnamese mother, Tam “Tammy” Wong, who had immigrated to the United States in 1960 to work as a social worker. She attended San Francisco University High School, where she not only excelled academically but also served as the class president. Later, she pursued Asian-American studies at UCLA and developed a passion for acting while being part of the school’s LCC Theatre Company, known for its representation of Asian-American talent.
After completing college, Ali Wong took her first steps into stand-up comedy at the age of 23. She quickly relocated to New York City to pursue her comedic career, performing up to nine times a night. Her talent caught the attention of Variety, which named her one of the “10 Comics to Watch” in 2011. Subsequently, she made appearances on popular comedy shows such as Dave Attell’s Comedy Underground Show, John Oliver’s New York Stand Up Show, and The Tonight Show. Additionally, she starred as a series regular in the NBC comedy series “Are You There, Chelsea?” and appeared in various other TV shows and films.
