Aidy Bryant
Born 1987 · Age 38
American actress and comedian best known for 10 seasons on Saturday Night Live (2012–2022), creator/star of Shrill, and voice actor in animated series including Danger & Eggs and Human Resources.
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Born in Phoenix, Arizona
Aidan Mackenzy 'Aidy' Bryant born to Georganne (née Vinall) and Tom Bryant in Phoenix, AZ.
Graduated Xavier College Preparatory
Completed high school at Xavier College Preparatory in Phoenix.
Studied Comedy Studies / Second City semester
Participated in Columbia College Chicago's Comedy Studies program and took classes at The Second City (semester while in college).
Completed iO training and joined Chicago improv scene
Completed iO training program and performed with iO Chicago, Annoyance Theatre and other troupes.
Graduated Columbia College Chicago (BA)
Received a BA (Theatre) from Columbia College Chicago; active in comedy studies and Chicago improv scene.
Toured with Baby Wants Candy
After graduation, toured with musical improv group Baby Wants Candy.
Joined Second City e.t.c. resident company
Hired as a writer and performer on Second City's resident e.t.c. stage; co-wrote and performed in revues including 'Sky's the Limit, Weather Permitting' and 'We're All In This Room Together.'
Co-wrote/Performed in 'We're All In This Room Together'
Co-wrote and starred in the Second City revue 'We're All In This Room Together'.
Became known nationally via SNL (ten seasons)
Began a decade-long tenure on SNL that established her national profile and led to multiple award nominations and acting opportunities.
Appeared in web series 'Shrink'
Starred in Ted Tremper's improvised web series 'Shrink', which won Best Comedy Pilot at the New York Television Festival in 2012.
Debut as Featured Player on Saturday Night Live
Made her debut as a featured player on SNL (Season 38 premiere); marked major national television break.
Recurring role on Comedy Bang! Bang!
Landed a recurring role in season 2 of IFC's Comedy Bang! Bang! as the show's segment producer.
Promoted to Repertory Player on SNL
Promoted during her second season on SNL to repertory status.
Aired 'Home for the Holiday (Twin Bed)' SNL sketch
SNL music video sketch 'Home for the Holiday (Twin Bed)' aired Dec 21, 2013; later received Emmy nomination.
Primetime Emmy nomination (Original Music & Lyrics)
Nominated along with Eli Bruggemann, Chris Kelly, Sarah Schneider, and Kate McKinnon for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics for the SNL sketch.
SNL 'Lil' Baby Aidy' and other recurring characters popularized
Produced several recurring characters and sketches that became widely recognized and circulated online.
Counted among frequent guest TV roles
By mid-2010s, had guest roles on multiple prestige/indie TV comedies, boosting her industry profile.
Cameo in The Amazing Spider-Man 2
Made an uncredited cameo appearance in the feature film The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (released April 2014).
Guest appearances expand (Broad City, Documentary Now!, Girls)
Appeared on shows including Broad City, Documentary Now!, The Awesomes, and Girls, increasing television visibility.
Won EWwy Award for Supporting Actress (Comedy)
Won the EWwy award honoring performances snubbed by the Emmys for Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.
Wrestled with body-image/self-esteem in adolescence (personal milestone)
Has spoken publicly that she dealt with self-esteem issues related to her weight during adolescence; improv and acting helped her confidence.
Recurring role in Horace and Pete
Played recurring character Alice in Louis C.K.'s series Horace and Pete.
Engaged to Conner O'Malley
Became engaged to longtime partner Conner O'Malley (engagement reported in 2016; they met in 2008).
Wrote and produced short film 'Darby Forever'
Credited as writer and producer on the short film 'Darby Forever' (also performed in it).
Feature film role in The Big Sick
Appeared in the acclaimed feature film The Big Sick (2017).
Voice of D.D. Danger in Danger & Eggs
Provided the voice of main character D.D. Danger on the animated series 'Danger & Eggs' (2017).
Primetime Emmy nomination (Supporting Actress)
Received a nomination at the 70th Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for work on SNL.
Announced to star in Hulu's Shrill
In August 2018, it was announced Bryant would star in the Hulu adaptation of Lindy West's memoir 'Shrill'.
Married Conner O'Malley
Married comedian/writer Conner O'Malley in an intimate ceremony; the couple had been engaged since 2016 and met in 2008.
Shrill premieres on Hulu — Star/Creator/Writer/Exec Producer
Starred as Annie Easton and served as co-writer and co-executive producer on Hulu sitcom 'Shrill' (series premiere 2019).
Juggled Shrill and SNL schedules
Worked long days (reported 12-hour days on Shrill then SNL afterwards, sometimes up to 22-hour days) while performing both roles.
Primetime Emmy nomination (Lead Actress) for Shrill
Nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Shrill (2021 Primetime Emmy Awards).
Shrill ends after three seasons
Shrill ran for three seasons, concluding in May 2021; Bryant was told the third season would be the last after shooting completed.
Signed overall deal with Universal Television
Struck an overall content deal with Universal Television (announced October 14, 2021).
Voiced 'Emmy' on Human Resources premiere
Voiced the character Emmy on Human Resources (Big Mouth spinoff) which premiered March 18, 2022.
Departed Saturday Night Live after 10 seasons
Announced exit from SNL at the end of Season 47 (news reported May 20, 2022); completed ten seasons (2012–2022).
Directed Plains' 'Hurricane' music video
Directed the music video for 'Hurricane' by country duo Plains (Katie Crutchfield & Jess Williamson).
Reported attached to star in 'Lonely Hearts Club' (Peacock)
Reported to star in Peacock dramedy 'Lonely Hearts Club' (article April 28, 2023).
Listed as keynote/speaking talent (AAE Speakers)
Profiled by AAE Speakers listing speaking travel base (New York) and speaking fee guidance; availability for events.
Appeared in various voice roles on Big Mouth / Teen Euthanasia / Santa Inc.
Continued voice work including on Big Mouth (Emmy Fairfax), Teenage Euthanasia and other animated projects (2021–2025 filmography entries).
SNL notable recurring characters cataloged
Recognition and retrospectives list numerous SNL recurring characters (e.g., Lil' Baby Aidy, Sarah Huckabee Sanders impression).
Hosted 39th Independent Spirit Awards
Hosted the Independent Spirit Awards (2024 edition); received positive reviews for live hosting performance.
Announced to host 2025 Independent Spirit Awards
Announcement (Oct 2024) that she will return to host the 2025 Independent Spirit Awards.
Expected release / filming: Lonely Hearts Club
Listed as set to star in Peacock dramedy 'Lonely Hearts Club' (project in production/filming status as reported).
Set to host 40th Independent Spirit Awards
Announcement that Aidy Bryant will host the 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards (reported Oct 2024; event scheduled 2025).
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