“In giving birth, I knew that I would have to take a break after I had a baby; I just didn't know that it would be, like, six weeks long. Taking a six-week break was a very big deal for me. I have never taken that long of a break from stand-up other than my honeymoon, which was 14 days long.”

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.