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Who is Amy Schumer?
Both films and theater have seen Amy Beth Schumer make her mark as an award-winning American stand-up comedian and actor. Schumer, who graduated from Towson University in theater, has comedic skills. As a contestant on the NBC talent competition ‘Last Comic Standing,’ she made significant exposure. Subsequently, she took part in various TV and film projects. Her popularity grew rapidly due to the American sketch-comedy TV series ‘Inside Amy Schumer,’ which she produced and hosted herself. For the show, she received a ‘Primetime Emmy Award’ and a ‘Peabody Award’. The romantic comedy ‘Trainwreck’ was written and starred by her, and her Broadway debut in ‘Meteor Shower’ earned her a Tony Award nomination. ‘Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo’ was once again nominated for a Grammy by her.
| Real Name/Full Name | Amy Beth Schumer |
| Date Of Birth | 1 June 1981 |
| Age | 43 years old |
| Birthplace | Upper East Side, New York, United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Gemini |
| Height | 5 feet 7 inch |
| Weight | 65 kg |
| Spouse | Chris Fischer (M. 2018) |
| Children | Gene David Fischer. |
| Siblings | Kim Caramele, and Jason Stein. |
| Profession | Actress, and Comedian. |
| Net worth | $45 Million. |
Biography
Amy Schumer’s mother, Gordon Schumer and Sandra Jones, were the parents of Amy Schumer, who grew up in New York City on June 1, 1981. Schumer was influenced by her father, who was a baby furniture sales executive, and her mother, who worked as a painting instructor, during her upbringing in Long Island.
Amy’s childhood was characterized by difficulties; her father’s illness and her family’s financial struggles left a lasting impact on her formative years. Despite this, Schumer found peace in performing arts, particularly comedy, and became known for her sharp wit even as a teenager.
Amy started her college education at the College of William and Mary and later transferred to the University of Kansas, where she earned a degree in theater. In her time at university, Schumer came to realize her passion for comedy and made the decision to pursue stand-up comedy as a profession after graduating.
Personal Life
Amy Schumer is in a relationship with Chris Fischer, an American chef and farmer. Schumer’s personal assistant, who happens to be Fischer’s sister, brought them together in 2017. The rapid development of their relationship led to a surprise wedding in Malibu, California on February 13, 2018. This is the sole marriage that Schumer has had.
Amy and Chris are parents to a son named Gene David Fischer who was born on May 5, 2019.
Career
In 2007, she had her breakout moment when she won Last Comic Standing and placed fourth, leveraging the exposure to advance her career. Schumer released her first comedy special, Mostly Sex Stuff, on Comedy Central in 2012, followed by the critically acclaimed Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo in 2015, solidifying her reputation as a stand-up comedian.
From 2013 to 2016, Schumer created, co-wrote, and starred in the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning sketch series Inside Amy Schumer, which gained praise for its feminist humor and sharp social commentary. Her success on television resulted in a flourishing film career, and her debut movie, Trainwreck (2015), was nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance and screenplay. Her versatility in comedy and drama was displayed through her appearances in Snatched (2017), I Feel Pretty (2018), and The Humans (2021). The Lego Ninjago Movie (2017) also featured Schumer as a voice actor.
November 29, 2017 was when it officially premiered at the Booth Theatre and it ended on January 21, 2018. In 2018, she was nominated for a Tony Award for ‘Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play’ for her remarkable performance as ‘Corky’. June 10, 2018 marks the scheduled date for the award ceremony.
Renee Barrett was played by her in the 2018 comedy ‘I Feel Pretty.’
The ‘MTV Movie Awards’ were hosted by her on April 12, 2015. The release of ‘Cutting’ (2011) and the stand-up special ‘Amy Schumer: The Leather Special’ (2017) were both by her.
Net Worth
Amy Schumer is estimated to have a net worth of $45 million. Her income has been greatly affected by her stand-up comedies, acting roles in films and television shows, her books, and her social media influence. Moreover, she has earned money through brand endorsements and other business endeavors.
