Emmy-Nominated Actress & Comedian, Abbott Elementary
Janelle James Speaking Fee: $50,000 to $75,000
Emmy-Nominated Actress & Comedian, Abbott Elementary
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Comedy and Entertainment
Secondary Topic Category:
African American & Black
Janelle James Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Jannelle James stars in the scene stealing role of ‘Ava’ in the currently airing ABC series, Abbott Elementary. Her latest half hour stand-up special is featured in Netflix’s The Stand-Ups. Previously, James has served as both a writer and actor for Showtime’s Black Monday, and Apple’s animated series, Central Park. Janelle has toured with Chris Rock, Amy Schumer and David Cross among others and was named one of The 50 Most Funny People in Brooklyn, and recently featured as one of Variety's Top Ten Comedians to Watch.
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