Ayo Edebiri

Ayo Edebiri is an actor, writer, and comedian who stars in the hit FX series "The Bear." She has received numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in "The Bear." In addition to her acting work, Edebiri has established herself as a prominent television writer, having written for comedy series such as "What We Do in the Shadows" and "Big Mouth," where she has served as a voice actor since 2020.

Edebiri has also voiced roles in several animation projects, such as "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem," and "Inside Out 2." Throughout her career, Edebiri has starred in several live-action films, including "Theater Camp" and "Bottoms." In 2023, she expanded her portfolio to include directorial duties on an episode of "The Bear."

Edebiri attended New York University, where she initially intended to study teaching before switching her major to dramatic writing. Beyond her professional achievements, Edebiri is an active member of the Democratic Socialists of America and openly identifies as queer. She is also known for her work as a co-host on the "Iconography" podcast alongside Olvia Craighead, where they discuss the lives and careers of various celebrities.