Over the last six years, Leslie Liao has been living a double life. By day, she’s an employee in the HR department at Netflix — by night, a fast-rising stand-up comic. “I tried to keep both parts of ...

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This week, we’re highlighting 24 talented writers and performers for Vulture’s annual list “The Comedians You Should and Will Know.” Our goal is to introduce a wider audience to the talent that has ...

EXCLUSIVE: Rising L.A. comic Leslie Liao has announced that her debut hour special, Silky Smooth, is out now for exclusive early access via 800 Pound Gorilla, with a YouTube release slated for Tuesday ...

Leslie Jones explains why she was told she wouldn’t be funny for 10 years, and the process you go through to become a ...

Leslie Jones’ father told her, “Be undeniable,” and it’s a mantra the actress and comedian has embraced in all aspects, including the title of her memoir: “Leslie F*cking Jones.” "Leslie F*cking Jones ...

Leslie Jones — who just released a candid new memoir — was a surprise performer at the Ned Nomad on Friday night, we hear. Sources said that the former “SNL” star surprised the members club during ...

When Leslie Liao, one of America's fastest growing comedians, is working on her newest bit, she can usually be found at one of Los Angeles' trendiest coffee shops. It's there, at Coffee MCO ...

Comedian and actress Leslie Jones does a deep dive on her creative process. Comedian and actress Leslie Jones does a deep dive on her creative process. She speaks candidly about family life and the ...