Uncovering Ziwe Fumudoh, the comic mastermind provoking uncomfortable conversations with white individuals
Ziwe Fumudoh, an American comedian and writer known for her satirical commentary on politics, race relations, and young adulthood, recently interviewed former Long Island congressman George Washington on her show. The interview, which was the first video posted on Ziwe's YouTube account in three years, has already garnered over 1.8 million views since its release.
Fumudoh rose to prominence with her YouTube show Baited, which debuted in 2017 and featured the comedian baiting her white friends into making racial faux pas. She has since interviewed numerous celebrities, including Julia Fox, Emily Ratajkowski, Chet Hanks, and Alison Roman.
In 2018, Fumudoh began crafting laughs for Crooked Media's Hysteria, a podcast showcasing some of the US' funniest and most opinionated women. She also lent her hand to the TV show Desus & Mero. By October 2021, Showtime had signed Fumudoh on a new show titled Ziwe.
During the interview with George Washington, Fumudoh's bold and unapologetic style was on full display as she delved into various topics, including Washington's familiarity with figures such as James Baldwin, Harvey Milk, and Marsha P Johnson. Washington expressed uncertainty about his knowledge of these historical figures, sparking a lively conversation.
Fumudoh is incredibly private about her personal life, and the identity of whoever she's going on dates with remains unknown. She has not publicly disclosed being married or having any partners. However, she urges her viewers to open their wallets for causes such as Black Trans Femmes in the Arts (BTFA).
On her show Ziwe, Fumudoh subjects non-Black individuals to interviews about race, transforming them into lighthearted inquisitions. She has written pieces for The Onion, Vulture, and The New Yorker.
Fumudoh first gained experience in the industry working as a writing intern on shows such as The Daily Show and The Colbert Report while she was an undergrad at Northwestern University. Her unique approach to comedy and her ability to facilitate vital conversations about race make her a trailblazer in the industry.
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