Lisa Lampanelli
- Born:
- July 19, 1961, Kings Park, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Stand-up Comedian, Actress, Author
Early Life and Education
- Born Laisa Ahmed to an Italian-American mother and an Egyptian-American father.
- Grew up in Kings Park, New York.
- Earned a B.A. in Journalism from Syracuse University.
- Received a graduate degree in journalism from Boston University.
- Later studied at the New School for Social Research.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began her stand-up comedy career in the early 1990s.
- Known for her insult comedy, often targeting various ethnic and cultural groups.
- Performed at numerous comedy clubs and theaters across the United States.
- Appeared on several television shows, including "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and "Late Show with David Letterman."
- Participated in multiple Comedy Central Roasts.
- Starred in her own HBO comedy special, "Lisa Lampanelli: Take It Like a Man."
- Authored the book "Chocolate, Please: My Adventures in Food, Fat, and Freaks."
- In 2012, underwent gastric sleeve surgery and became an advocate for weight loss and healthy eating.
- Later shifted focus towards life coaching and therapy.
- Retired from stand-up comedy in 2018.
Notable Works
Comedy Albums
| Title | Year |
|---|---|
| Fat Girl Interrupted | 2005 |
| Dirty Girl | 2007 |
| Back to the Drawing Board | 2015 |
Books
- Chocolate, Please: My Adventures in Food, Fat, and Freaks (2009)
Film and Television Appearances
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| The Aristocrats | 2005 | Herself |
| Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector | 2006 | Jane |
| Delta Farce | 2007 | Helen |
Legacy and Impact
While the biography of Laisa Ahmed Lisa Lampanelli reveals a career built on edgy and often controversial humor, her later advocacy for weight loss and mental health demonstrates a significant shift in her public persona. Her work continues to be discussed in the context of shifting social norms and the boundaries of comedy.