Margaret Cho American comedian Date of Birth: 05.12.1968 Country: USA

1. Biography of Margaret Cho
2. Early Stand-Up Career
3. Rise to Fame
4. All-American Girl and Beyond
5. Political Satire and Recent Work

Biography of Margaret Cho

Margaret Cho is an American comedian who began performing stand-up at the age of sixteen at the comedy club "The Rose & Thistle" above her parents' bookstore. She won a comedy competition and as a prize, got to open for Jerry Seinfeld. In the early 90s, Cho moved to Los Angeles and shared a house with several other young comedians.

Cho was born and raised in San Francisco. Her father was a Methodist priest who managed a Korean orphanage in Seoul during the Korean War. Her mother, despite the patriarchal culture, chose to marry her own humble, but humorous, heart rather than the one her parents had chosen for her.

Early Stand-Up Career

Cho's stand-up career started at the age of sixteen at the comedy club "The Rose & Thistle" above her parents' bookstore. She won a comedy competition and got the opportunity to open for Jerry Seinfeld.

Rise to Fame

In the early 90s, Cho moved to Los Angeles and gained popularity by performing at colleges. She became one of the most popular comedians on this circuit and even received a nomination for "Campus Comedian of the Year." With help from Arsenio Hall and Bob Hope, Cho quickly became famous.

All-American Girl and Beyond

In 1994, Cho starred in the short-lived ABC sitcom "All-American Girl." In 1999, she performed in the off-Broadway one-woman show "The One That I Want," which was well-received. The show was followed by a nationwide concert tour and the release of a concert film and a bestselling book.

In 2001, Cho launched another successful concert tour called "Notorious C.H.O," which was also turned into a well-received film. In 2003, she embarked on a third national concert tour, which earned $4.4 million. Cho's work continued to be praised by critics and she released more concert films and albums.

Political Satire and Recent Work

In 2004, Cho toured with the politically satirical project "State of Emergency," which received critical acclaim. The project evolved into the national show "Assassin" and was shown in the United States, Australia, and Canada. Cho has also released books and established herself as an active blogger.

In 2008, she premiered her own television show called "The Cho Show," which showcased her comedic talents. The show is based on Cho's real-life experiences, her actual parents, and her eccentric surroundings. Cho continues to be active in her career, working on new projects and potentially planning future tours.