Stand-Up Comedian, Actress & Writer; Known for "Upload" & "Hijabs Off"; Host of Netflix's "100 Humans"
Zainab Johnson Biography
Zainab Johnson is a stand-up comedian, actress, and writer known for her distinctive comedic perspective shaped by her upbringing in Harlem as one of 13 siblings in a Black Muslim family. After earning a degree in education and math and working as a teacher, Johnson transitioned to stand-up comedy, beginning her career by seeking out open mic nights in Los Angeles.
Johnson won the ABFF Comedy Wings competition and competed on NBC's "Last Comic Standing," advancing to the semi-finals. She was featured in the HBO special "All Def Comedy," a relaunch of Def Comedy Jam. Johnson has performed at the JFL Comedy Festival in Montreal, first as a New Face of Comedy and later as one of Variety's Top 10 Comics to Watch. She also appeared on the JFL show "Just For The Culture."
Johnson made her late-night stand-up debut on NBC's "Late Night with Seth Meyers" and performs regularly at The Comedy Store, The Improv, and Laugh Factory in Los Angeles, as well as the Comedy Cellar in New York City. Her television credits include a series regular role on the Amazon Original series "Upload" from Greg Daniels and hosting duties on Netflix's "100 Humans." In "Upload," Johnson's character undergoes significant development, contributing to the show's narrative depth.
Johnson released the comedy special "Hijabs Off" on Amazon Prime, further establishing her presence in stand-up comedy. A project created by and starring Johnson was announced to be in development with Wanda Sykes' production company at ABC. Johnson's work in comedy, television, and writing continues to engage audiences with her personal and resonant perspective.
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