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In the world of comedy, few female names shine as brightly as Tina Fey’s. Not only is she a magnitude 10 femme fatale comedian capable of making a live audience of hundreds laugh themselves to tears, but she can also do it without delving too deeply into cringe territory (I’m thinking about you, Amy Schumer and Sarah Silverman). Yeah, being a funny female celeb slash comedian is all too rare a feat, since most female comedians tend to heavily rely on stale and oftentimes cringy vagina jokes when they’re doing stand-up. However, Tina’s got this fresh, sharp energy about her that comes packed in a quick-paced, rapid-fire delivery that makes her one of the wittiest stand-up acts of all time. She’s also a master of irony and knows how to be just the right amount of self-deprecating. All of these qualities help her stand out among her many peers, both men and women, which is why she’s one of the top female comedians of today.

But aside from being a top-tier comedian, Tina’s also a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry as well. Time and again she’s proven to be more than a capable actor, especially when it comes to comedic roles. Take for example Liz Lemon in 30 Rock - she’s a quirky and neurotic television writer, which isn’t too far off from Tina Fey’s real life. That being said, when it comes to being quirky and neurotic, few can blend those two qualities together as perfectly as Tina Feyc can. Fey’s impeccable sense of humor helps her nail all of her movie and show roles, and it’s a key reason behind her success as an actress. And speaking of Liz Lemon, chances are your first encounter with Tina Fey was on none other than the 30 Rock show, as Liz Lemon, who is portrayed by Tina Fey, is the main character on that show. Tina appeared in her portrayal of Liz Lemon for all 138 episodes of the show, which ran from 2006 to 2013.

So, Tina’s a good comedian, and she’s also a decent actress - but, I think it’s safe to say that her most polished entertainment skill is her writing. Tina Fey’s writing is just as sharp and witty as her comedic style is - in fact, her writing is one of the key reasons why Saturday Night Live thrived as much as it did in its heyday. I mean, celebrity guest appearances can only carry a show so far, so it’s safe to establish that Tina’s contribution to that show via her writing undoubtedly helped it stay afloat, especially during the late 90s and early 2000s. Every single week, Tina Fey made sure that the show had a good batch of jokes and scripts to use in its episodes - and mind you, writing jokes for a weekly comedy show is no easy feat, especially when you consider the fact that most of them have to be centered around current trending topics.

But nowadays SNL is washed out - it’s just not as popular as it once was, and it can’t even be as funny as it used to be on account of all the wokeness going on everywhere. Tina Fey stopped regularly appearing and writing for it after 30 Rock started, but hey, he was more or less one of its main driving forces during the late 90s and early-to-mid 2000s. So, what else is Tina Fey known for? More importantly, where did she come from, and how did she manage to carve out a slice of fame for herself as a funny female celeb during a pre-woke 90s and 2000s era that was unapologetically misogynistic? Well, if this question keeps you up at night, or if you’re just really into Tina Fey, then keep reading to find out.

Tina Was Making People Laugh From An Early Age

Tina Fey was born Elizabeth Stamatina Fey on May 18, 1970, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. She spent her early years in a suburb of Philadelphia, where she developed an early passion for comedy and performing. Fey's interest in humor and entertainment was nurtured by her parents, who encouraged her to watch comedy shows and provided a supportive environment for her creativity and comedy skills to flourish. So right off the bat, we know that her parents didn’t have any real connections to the entertainment industry, meaning that Tina Fey became famous pretty much all by herself without any help from mom and dad, unlike plenty of other celebrities.

As a teen, Fey attended Upper Darby High School and was actively involved in theater and comedy clubs, so even from an early age she was honing her comedy skills. After high school, Fey joined the Second City improv group in Chicago where she gained valuable experience in improvisational comedy, a skill that she would exhibit frequently in her later comedy career. Afterward, Fey went on to study drama at the University of Virginia and graduated in 1992 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in drama. Then, about five years later, Fey was hired as a writer for Saturday Night Live in 1997, which would mark the official debut of her entertainment career.

She Was Eventually Hired As A Writer For Saturday Night Live In 1997

In the mid-1990s after graduating, Fey began submitting her comedic writing, including sketches and jokes, to SNL. She sent her material to the show's producers and writers in the hope of getting noticed, and she did indeed get noticed. After years of submitting a plethora of material to the SNL team, Fey was eventually invited to audition for the SNL show itself in 1997. During the audition, Fey showcased her talent for comedy writing and performing, and it’s safe to say that she impressed the SNL team, as they decided to hire her as a writer immediately after seeing her audition. Fey’s sharp wit and clever writing helped her gain recognition and set her on the path to becoming one of the show's standout talents.

Eventually in 1999 just two years after being hired, Fey was promoted to head writer for SNL at the relatively young age of 29, which is quite an accomplishment in and of itself. But the most iconic moment in her SNL career was when she became Weekend Update co-anchor alongside Jimmy Fallon. The Weekend Update was arguably the most popular segment of SNL, and Fey gained millions of fans while she was one of its co-anchors for approximately 4 years (2000-2004).

Many loved her deadpan delivery and on-point political satire which she unapologetically let out during the segment, and it more or less made her a national treasure. SNL was huge in the late '90s and early 2000s, as millions tuned into it every week, many of whom loved watching Fey rip on politicians and deliver humor that was infused with a perfect balance of irony, satire, wit, and sarcasm, and was always based on trending topics. All that being said, Fey’s involvement in SNL, particularly its Weekend Update segment, basically cemented her legacy as a modern-day comic genius.

30 Rock Is Tina Fey’s Magnum Opus

If SNL showcased Fey's talent, then 30 Rock was her masterpiece. Created by and starring Fey, this critically acclaimed sitcom offered a behind-the-scenes look at a fictional sketch comedy show. In 30 Rock, Fey portrayed Liz Lemon, the head writer of said fictional sketch comedy show. Lemon is a quirky, workaholic comedy writer trying to balance her chaotic workplace with her personal life, and she’s as relatable as she is absurd, which is why she resonated so well with audiences. Of course, this was all thanks to Fey’s witty writing, which made 30 Rock a modern-day comedy gem that still holds up to this day despite the fact that its finale aired a decade ago. Tina Fey’s a total genius for pulling off a show like 30 Rock - she basically played herself on the show, and if you haven’t seen it then I suggest you check it out and give it a shot as it’s one of the freshest, most upbeat sitcoms to have been created in the past few decades.

The show's satirical take on the entertainment industry, alongside its hilariously diverse cast, which includes a narcissistic network executive played by Alec Baldwin and a wildly unpredictable and erratic Hollywood actor played by Tracy Morgan, offered a very realistic glimpse into Fey's deep understanding of the absurdities of showbusiness.

In The End Fey Will Definitely Be Remembered As A Comedy Powerhouse

Fey’s had a long, fruitful, and award-studded career in the entertainment business, and she’s still working even to this day long after 30 Rock ended. She had a role in the ensemble comedy-drama film This I Where I Leave You (2014), and also served as an executive producer for the acclaimed Netflix series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt which ran from 2015 to 2020 (she also made guest appearances on that show as well).

She also played the lead role in a 2016 comedy-drama film about a journalist in Afghanistan named Whisky Tango Foxtrot. Moreover, Fey continues to produce and write for several works and titles and continues to receive award nominations and awards as both a writer and an actor, which all in all makes her one of the most accomplished female celebrities/entertainers of the modern day, as well as one of the most hands-down funniest female comics of today.