| Birth Day | May 17, 1984 |
| Birth Place | Chicago, IL |
| Age | 39 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Taurus |
Lena Waithe, a talented screenwriter hailing from Illinois, has made significant waves in the entertainment industry. With her remarkable writing skills and unique storytelling ability, it is no wonder that her net worth is estimated to reach a staggering $13 million by 2024. Waithe's exceptional talent has propelled her in the industry, leading to numerous successful collaborations and projects. Her inspiring journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring writers, as she continues to make her mark and solidify her position as a prominent figure in the world of film and television.
Screenwriter and Actress who is famous for her role as Denise on the Netflix original comedy series Master of None. In 2017, she won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series for her work on the "Thanksgiving" episode of Master of None alongside Aziz Ansari.
She graduated from Columbia College Chicago in 2006. She wrote the 2011 short Save Me, which proved to be her first ever writing credit.
She became the first black woman ever to win the Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series. Previously, in 2014, she was named by Variety as one of its 10 comedians to watch.
She has said her parents were supportive of her decision to pursue writing as a career.
Her Showtime series The Chi is produced by Common, who also grew up on Chicago's south side.
