By her peers, Wanda Sykes has been ranked as one of the funniest stand-up comics in the country by Entertainment Weekly. Her witty stand-up has paved the way for her success in a variety of fields.

On Comedy Central’s Wanda Does It (2004), she tried out numerous non-showbiz jobs, and she’s recently been spotted in that.

In September 2004, Simon and Schuster released her debut book, “Yeah I Said It,” a compilation of humorous writings about life, family, and current events.

Wanda at Large (2003), which she wrote, produced, and starred in, aired on Fox in 2003. Wanda Sykes: Tongue Untied, a one-hour Comedy Central special, is also available .

Her voice can also be heard or seen on Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) and Crank Yankers (2002) as Gladys Murphy, respectively.

During a Coors Light Super Talent Showcase in Washington, DC, Wanda Sykes made her stand-up debut in front of a live audience for the first time.

As a member of HBO’s critically acclaimed The Chris Rock Show for five years (1997).

She was nominated for three Primetime Emmy Awards and won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Special in 1999 for her work as a performer and writer on the show.

When did Wanda Sykes Graduate College?

Wanda Sykes graduated from Hampton University in 1986

What HBCU Did Wanda Sykes Attend?

Wanda Sykes attended Hampton University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing