Aziz Ansari is widely recognized as an actor, writer, and comedian. He is best known for his roles in the television series Parks and Recreation and Master of None, as well as for his acclaimed stand-up comedy specials.
Aziz Ansari was born on February 23, 1983, in Columbia, South Carolina. His parents emigrated from India, and he was raised in the small town of Bennettsville, South Carolina. In 2000, Ansari moved to New York City to attend New York University's Stern School of Business, where he studied marketing. While pursuing his degree, he began performing stand-up comedy, quickly developing a passion for the craft. By his sophomore year, he was confident in his potential for success in the comedy world.
Aziz Ansari began his stand-up career in New York City during college, performing at local venues and gradually gaining recognition. In 2007, he co-created and starred in the MTV sketch comedy show Human Giant, which became a cult hit and showcased his unique comedic voice. His national breakthrough came in 2009 when he was cast as Tom Haverford on the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation. The show ran successfully until 2015 and solidified Ansari as a mainstream comedic talent.
In 2015, Ansari co-created and starred in the Netflix series Master of None, which was lauded for its originality and thoughtful exploration of topics including race, relationships, and identity. The series received widespread critical acclaim and earned Ansari both an Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series—Musical or Comedy in 2018. These accolades made him one of the first Asian-American actors and creators to receive such recognition in major U.S. television awards.
Following his Golden Globe win in January 2018, an article published by Babe.net detailed a woman's negative account of a date with Ansari, where she alleged he ignored her verbal and non-verbal cues during a sexual encounter. In response, Ansari issued a statement affirming that he believed the interaction had been consensual at the time but acknowledged that his partner felt differently, stating he took her words to heart and was remorseful about the experience.
The incident sparked a broader public debate, with some framing it within the context of the #MeToo movement and others questioning whether it appropriately fit within that framework. Ansari maintained a low public profile in the months that followed, being notably absent from the Screen Actors Guild Awards, where he had been nominated for Best Actor in a Comedy Series.
Aziz Ansari addressed the controversy in his 2019 Netflix stand-up special Right Now. During the set, he openly reflected on the events, stating, “There’s times I’ve felt scared, there’s times I’ve felt humiliated, there’s times I’ve felt embarrassed, but ultimately I just felt terrible that this person felt this way.” He went on to express that the event prompted serious introspection and personal growth, adding, “I hope I’ve become a better person.” His candid acknowledgment was seen as a meaningful attempt to grapple with the situation through the lens of comedy and self-awareness.
| Birth Date: | 23 Feb, 1983 |
| Age: | 37 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Comedian Television actor Film actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Columbia |
| residence: | Bennettsville |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor and stand-up comedian |
| Net Worth 2021: | 18 million |
