Quick Info
| Profession | Actress, Producer, Screenwriter |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 17/05/1984 |
| Age | 41 years |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, U.S |
Latest News about Lena Waithe
12/02/2026
Lena Waithe made her playwriting and stage acting debut with the play *Trinity* at Baltimore Center Stage, running from February 12 to March 8, 2026. The production, presented in association with her company Hillman Grad, features Waithe acting alongside Courtney Sauls and Megalyn Echikunwoke. This marks a significant expansion of her career into theater following her Emmy-winning work in television like *Master of None* and *The Chi*.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Lena Diane Waithe |
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| Nickname | Katraukus |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Tattoo | On her right hand: face |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 9" (175 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Degrees | A Degree in Cinema and Television Arts from Columbia College Chicago in 2006 |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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Relationships & More
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Family
| Father | Lawrence David Waithe |
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| Mother | Ethel Laverne |
| Siblings | Sister |
Career
| Debut | Lena made her television debut with the series 'The Comeback' in 2014, taking on the role of Summer. As a producer, she was involved in the creation of 'Them' in 2021. |
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| Recognition | She gained acclaim for her role in the Netflix series 'Master of None' between 2015 and 2021, and also made significant contributions as a writer and producer for projects including 'Ready Player One' and 'Queen & Slim'. |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/lenawaithe/ | |
| https://x.com/LenaWaithe |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Lena was inspired to become a television writer at the age of seven, supported by her single mother and grandmother. | |
| 2. Her father passed away when she was only 15 years old. | |
| 3. Lena's great-grandfather emigrated from Barbados to Boston in 1921. | |
| 4. Before her breakout role, she worked in various roles, including at a movie theater and as an assistant on a sitcom. | |
| 5. Waithe has been recognized as one of Variety's 10 Comedians to Watch in 2014. | |
| 6. In 2018, she made history by becoming the first Black queer woman featured on the cover of Vanity Fair magazine. | |
| 7. She is the founder of Hillman Grad Productions and developed the autobiographical drama series 'The Chi'. | |
| 8. During her time in Los Angeles, she quickly established herself in the industry by securing a role with the producers of 'Girlfriends'. | |
| 9. In an interview, she humorously noted her deep dish pizza preference, making a distinction from what others refer to as pizza. | |
| 10. She launched Hillman Grad Records with Def Jam to develop artists from underrepresented communities. |