Bowen Yang

Bowen Yang began his career with "Saturday Night Live" in 2018, initially joining as a writer before progressing to an on-air cast member in 2019. His distinctive performances, including impersonations of Kim Jong-un, Andrew Yang, and George Santos, led to a historical nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award in the Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series category in 2021. This marked the first time an "SNL" featured player received this recognition. Yang's television portfolio extends beyond "SNL," with appearances in shows like "Girls5Eva," "Ziwe," "The Other Two," and a recurring role in "Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens." In 2025, he stars in the queer rom-com "The Wedding Banquet."

Yang's filmography spans various genres, from LGBTQ romantic comedies such as "Fire Island" and "Bros," to musical fantasy like "Wicked." His role in "Fire Island" earned him the Gotham Awards for Ensemble Tribute in 2022. Alongside his acting career, Yang co-hosts the comedy pop-culture podcast "Las Culturistas" with Matt Rogers. This venture was acknowledged at the Shorty Awards in 2018 and won Podcast of the Year at the iHeartRadio Podcast Awards in 2023.

Throughout his career, Yang has received numerous accolades. He was listed in Forbes magazine's 30 Under 30 Hollywood & Entertainment list in 2019 and appeared on the Time 100 list in 2021. Beyond his professional achievements, Yang is also recognized for his activism and advocacy for the LGBTQ community, receiving the Human Rights Campaign Visibility Award in 2020.