Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 23/02/1983 |
| Age | 43 years |
| Birthplace | Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America |
Latest News about Aziz Ansari
29/11/2025
Aziz Ansari made his directorial debut with the film 'Good Fortune' in 2025, a comedy he also wrote and starred in alongside Keanu Reeves and Seth Rogen. He described the move into directing as a natural extension of his work in television and comedy, expressing his desire to continue creating original character-driven comedies for theaters.
07/09/2025
Aziz Ansari discussed his film 'Good Fortune' and mentioned his hope to eventually complete 'Being Mortal', a project that was halted after production issues. He also commented on writing for Keanu Reeves in the new film and addressed the possibility of a 'Parks & Rec' spinoff.
03/09/2025
Aziz Ansari addressed the 2018 sexual misconduct allegations against him, stating that he had apologized personally at the time. He noted that the experience prompted reflection and personal growth, and he pointed to his 2019 comedy special as part of how he processed the situation publicly.
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Bio/Wiki
| Aziz Ismail Ansari is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker. | |
| He is best known for playing Tom Haverford on Parks and Recreation and for creating and starring in Master of None. | |
| He is the first actor of Indian descent to win a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a TV Series. | |
| In 2016, he co-authored the book 'Modern Romance: An Investigation' with sociologist Eric Klinenberg. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm |
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| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor of Business Administration with specialisation in marketing | New York University Stern School of Business (2004) |
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Personal Life
| School | Marlboro Academy, South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) in Hartsville, South Carolina |
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| College/University | New York University Stern School of Business (2004) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Business Administration with specialisation in marketing |
| Religion/Religious Views | Non-religious |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Courtney McBroom (2014-2016) (pastry chef), Serena Skov Campbell |
| Marriage Date | 16/06/2022 |
Family
| Father | Shoukath Ansari (gastroenterologist) |
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| Mother | Fatima Ansari (obstetrician and gynaecologist) |
| Siblings | Brother: Aniz Adam Ansari (younger) (writer) |
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Career
| Debut | Film: School for Scoundrels (2006) TV: Shutterbugs (2005-2010) as Bill Stand-up Comedy: 2000 |
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| Awards | 2006: Jury Award for 'Best Standup' at HBO’s U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, Colorado 2013: NAACP Image Award nomination for 'Parks and Recreation' (Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series) 2014: American Comedy Award nomination for 'Parks and Recreation' (Best Comedy Supporting Actor–TV) 2016: Golden Globe Award nomination for 'Master of None' (Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy) 2016: Critics Choice Television Award for 'Master of None' (Best Comedy Series) 2016: Peabody Award for 'Master of None' 2017: Rolling Stone ranked him 47th on 'Greatest stand-up comedians of all time' 2017: Primetime Emmy Award for 'Master of None' (Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series) 2017: Golden Globe Award for 'Master of None' (Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy) 2020: Grammy Award nomination for 'Aziz Ansari: Right Now' (Best Comedy Album) |
| Directorial Debut | Good Fortune (2025) |
Favourites
| Restaurant | Zingerman's Deli, Ann Arbor, Michigan |
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| Pizza place in Los Angeles | Osteria Mozza |
| Restaurants in New York City | Santina, Great NY Noodletown, Lupa, and Uncle Boon’s |
| Film | Inception, Bridesmaids, and Bill Cunningham New York |
| TV Shows | Breaking Bad, Mad Men, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Louie |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/azizansari/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/azizansari | |
| https://twitter.com/azizansari |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Aziz Ansari is an American actor and stand-up comedian of Indian heritage. | |
| 2. He was the first actor of Indian descent to win a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a TV Series. | |
| 3. Aziz Ansari is the creator of the Netflix series "Master of None." | |
| 4. He began his stand-up comedy career in 2000 while studying at NYU Stern. | |
| 5. In 2016, Aziz Ansari co-authored the book 'Modern Romance: An Investigation' with sociologist Eric Klinenberg. | |
| 6. In January 2017, Aziz Ansari hosted an episode of Saturday Night Live, marking a historic moment as the first individual of Indian descent to do so. | |
| 7. In 2018, he became the first Asian actor to receive a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for his role in 'Master of None.' | |
| 8. Ansari's directorial debut was the 2025 film 'Good Fortune', which he also wrote and starred in alongside Keanu Reeves and Seth Rogen. |