Aziz Ansari: Quick Facts
American comedian, actor, and writer Aziz Ansari was well known for his stand-up comedy and for "Master of None" (2015β ), the television show that he cocreated and starred in. "Master of None," for which Ansari also served as a writer, earned him a Golden Globe Award and two Emmy Awards. Ansari had previously gained prominence on the TV series "Parks and Recreation" (2009β15), and he appeared in such films as "Funny People" (2009), "30 Minutes or Less" (2011), and "This Is the End" (2013).
Facts
| Birth Date | February 23, 1983 |
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| Birthplace | Columbia, South Carolina, United States |
| Notable Family Members | son of Shoukath Ansari β’ son of Fatima Ansari β’ brother of Aniz Ansari |
| Education | South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics (Hartsville, South Carolina) β’ New York University (B.A., 2004) |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Acted In) | "The Life & Times of Tim" (2010) β’ "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" (2015) β’ "The League" (2013β2015) β’ "New York Noise" (2005) β’ "Cheap Seats: Without Ron Parker" (2006) β’ "Get Him to the Greek" (2010) β’ "Kroll Show" (2015) β’ "Tales from Radiator Springs" (2017) β’ "Parks and Recreation" (2009β2020) β’ "Bob's Burgers" (2012β2018) β’ "The Venture Bros." (2013) β’ "30 Minutes or Less" (2011) β’ "What's Your Number?" (2011) β’ "Human Giant" (2007β2008) β’ "Wander over Yonder" (2013) β’ "Scrubs" (2009) β’ "NTSF:SD:SUV" (2012) β’ "Date and Switch" (2014) β’ "Ben 10: Omniverse" (2013β2014) β’ "Reno 911!" (2009) β’ "The Rocker" (2008) β’ "Scrubs: Interns" (2009) β’ "School for Scoundrels" (2006) β’ "Animals." (2016) β’ "Adventure Time" (2013) β’ "This Is the End" (2013) β’ "Funny People" (2009) β’ "Observe and Report" (2009) β’ "I Love You, Man" (2009) β’ "Flight of the Conchords" (2007) β’ "Worst Week" (2008) β’ "Ice Age: Continental Drift" (2012) β’ "Master of None" (2015β2017) β’ "Uncle Morty's Dub Shack" (2004) β’ "Major Lazer" (2015) β’ "Epic" (2013) |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Directed) | "Master of None" (2015β2017) |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Writing/Creator) | "Human Giant" (2007β2008) β’ "Master of None" (2015β2017) β’ "Just for Laughs" (2009) |
| Published Works | "Modern Romance" (2015; with Eric Klinenberg) |
| Twitter Handle | @azizansari |
| Instagram Username | azizansari |
Top Questions
Who are Aziz Ansari's parents?
Aziz Ansari was born to Shoukath and Fatima Ansari, both of whom made appearances on Aziz's television series "Master of None" (2015β17).
Where did Aziz Ansari go to college?
Aziz Ansari majored in marketing at New York University's Stern School of Business, where he graduated in 2004 with a bachelor's degree.
Did You Know?
- In 2014 Ansari sold out a show at Madison Square Garden in New York City, a feat that had been accomplished by only a handful of stand-up comedians, including Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock, and Kevin Hart.
- Ansari was the first Asian American to win a Golden Globe Award for best actor in a television comedy or musical; he earned the award in 2018 for his work on βMaster of None.β
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