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MARGARET CHO
Grammy Award-Nominated Comedian; Actress, Author, Singer-Songwriter & LGBTQ Advocate
ABOUTMARGARET
Five-time Grammy and Emmy-nominated Margaret Cho has always been the Agent Provocateur of entertainment. Right as she was starting her stand-up career at age 14, Cho won a comedy contest to open for Jerry Seinfeld in the early ’90s and began her meteoric rise to stardom. Cho’s socially aware, no-holds-barred type of comedy has made her both a thought leader and a tolerant teacher for those with open minds and open hearts. An accomplished performer in all formats, Cho has conquered the worlds of film, television, books, music, and theatre. Cho’s undeniable creative spark lights up any room.
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With so much success in her creative life, Margaret still finds time to support the causes that are important to her. She was the recipient of the Victory Fund’s Leadership Award, the first-ever Best Comedy Performance Award at the Asian Excellence Awards, the First Amendment Award from the ACLU of Southern California, and the Intrepid Award from the National Organization for Women (NOW). In every area of her life, Margaret is honest, adoring, passionate, uproarious, and always entertaining.
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TAGS & EXPERTISE
Entertainment • Comedy • Storytelling • Advocacy • Human Rights • Creativity • Personal Growth • Representation • Social Impact • Inspiration
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Award-winning actress and comedian MARGARET CHO brings her sharp wit and incisive humor to the stage, exploring the power of comedy in fostering meaningful conversations. Drawing from her extensive career in stand-up and entertainment, Cho proves how humor can break down barriers, challenge societal norms, and create a space for dialogue on critical issues in this hilarious conversation that will leave you thinking deeply and laughing heartily.
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MARGARET CHO, celebrated comedian and advocate, offers a candid discussion on the intersections of mental health, cultural values, and societal expectations. Sharing personal stories and insights, Cho addresses the unique challenges faced by individuals navigating cultural pressures while maintaining mental well-being, providing a nuanced perspective on how cultural identity shapes our mental health journeys and offers strategies for finding balance and resilience in a demanding world.
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Despite her successes, feeling left out and alienated are subjects still near to MARGARET CHO’s heart. She has gladly become the “Patron Saint of Outsiders,” speaking for those who are not able to speak for themselves and encouraging people to use their voices to promote change. In this heartwarming conversation, Cho recounts her experiences lighting the path for other women, other members of underrepresented groups, and other performers to follow.
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