“A lot of women do stand-up as a gateway into acting, but I love stand-up, and to be a good stand-up, you have to go on the road a lot. It means going to places in America where they've never seen a Vietnamese person in their life.”

American actress and comedian

Ali Wong is an American actress and comedian. Known professionally as Alexandra Dawn Wong, she has built a career in stand-up and screen work, and has 95 quotes on the site. Her accolades include two Primetime Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, one Actor Award, and a Grammy Award nomination. She was named one of Time's 100 most influential people in 2020 and 2023. Her public profile reflects both her comedy and acting, with recognition that extends beyond one medium and into wider cultural influence.