Chelsea Handler: From Jersey Girl to Comedy Superstar
Early Life and Career
Chelsea Handler was born in Livingston, New Jersey, to a Mormon mother and an American-born Jewish father. As the youngest of six children, she grew up in a lively and outspoken household. In 2002, Handler made her television debut on Oxygen's "Girls Behaving Badly."
Rise to Fame
Handler's breakout role came in 2007 when she launched her own late-night talk show, "Chelsea Lately," on the E! Network. The show, which ran for seven seasons, featured Handler's signature blend of humor, wit, and celebrity interviews. Handler also starred in several comedy specials, including "Uganda Be Kidding Me Live" and "Chelsea Handler: Evolution."
Recent Projects
In recent years, Handler has continued to entertain audiences with her stand-up comedy and TV shows. In 2016, she released the documentary series "Chelsea Does" on Netflix, exploring topics such as race, gender, and privilege. She also hosted a late-night talk show on Netflix called "Chelsea" from 2016 to 2017.
In 2019, Handler wrote and starred in the Netflix comedy special "Hello, Privilege. It's Me, Chelsea." The special delves into her own experiences with white privilege and its impact on her career and life.
Currently, Handler hosts the weekly advice podcast "Dear Chelsea" on Spotify. She regularly shares her unfiltered opinions on love, relationships, and social issues with her audience.
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