About this person
Tig Notaro is an American comedian, actress, screenwriter and presenter. She was born on 24 March 1971 in Jackson, Mississippi, and became known for her distinctive, understated stand-up, which often draws on autobiographical subjects.
She began performing in Los Angeles and gradually established herself on television and at comedy festivals. Her 2012 performance Live attracted widespread attention as she spoke openly about a serious illness, her mother’s death and the end of a relationship.
She created and starred in the series One Mississippi, appeared in Star Trek: Discovery and The Morning Show, and released several comedy specials. Her work has received Grammy and Emmy nominations, and she is one of the distinctive voices in contemporary American comedy.