Hannah Einbinder
Born 1995 · Age 30
American actress and stand-up comedian, best known as Ava Daniels on HBO Max's Hacks; multiple Emmy, Golden Globe and Critics' Choice nominee/winner.
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Born in Los Angeles, CA
Hannah Marie Einbinder is born to Laraine Newman (original SNL cast member) and writer-director Chad Einbinder in Los Angeles; raised in a Jewish family.
Competitive cheerleader (teen years)
As a teenager Einbinder was a competitive cheerleader and served as a point flyer, an experience she later cited as formative for performance and teamwork.
Diagnosed with ADHD (high school)
During high school Einbinder was diagnosed with ADHD and prescribed Adderall; she has said this affected her memory of some adolescent years.
Graduated Beverly Hills High School (approx.)
Einbinder graduated from Beverly Hills High School (IMDb/Wikipedia). Year inferred from birth year and typical graduation age.
Enrolled at Chapman University (broadcast journalism)
Einbinder studied broadcast journalism at Chapman University before switching to television writing and production (BFA).
First stand-up experience opening for Nicole Byer
In her senior year at Chapman University Einbinder volunteered to warm up and opened for Nicole Byer — her first stand-up gig that led to pursuing comedy.
Earned BFA in Television Writing & Production (Chapman Univ.) (approx.)
Einbinder completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in television writing and production; year inferred from senior year 2017 and 'years active' beginning 2018.
Began professional activity as comedian/actress
Listed as 'years active: 2018–present' — marks the beginning of her professional career in stand-up and acting.
Toured as opening act for established comics (ongoing)
Served as opener for Chelsea Handler, Dana Gould, Demetri Martin, Reggie Watts and others on national dates (dates across 2019–2020).
Selected as a 'New Face' at Just for Laughs (Montreal)
Einbinder appeared in Just for Laughs festival's New Faces showcase, a major industry breakthrough for comedians.
Named a standout comic by NPR and Vulture
NPR listed Einbinder among 10 standout comedians to watch; Vulture included her among the best new up-and-coming comedians of 2019.
COVID-19 pandemic halts live on-stage late-night stand-up
Her Late Show set became the program's last on-stage stand-up for 15 months as the pandemic began shortly after.
Network TV stand-up debut on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Einbinder made her national TV stand-up debut (March 7, 2020) and at the time was the youngest comic to do a stand-up set on the show.
Hacks earns widespread critical acclaim and Emmy attention
Hacks received 15 Emmy nominations overall; Einbinder received her first Primetime Emmy Award nomination (Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series).
Won Astra TV Award — Best Supporting Actress in a Streaming Series, Comedy
Einbinder won the Astra/HCA TV Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Streaming Series, Comedy (2021).
Named to Variety's '10 Comics to Watch for 2021'
Variety included Einbinder on its annual list highlighting up-and-coming comedians to monitor.
Featured in The New York Times profile
May 12, 2021 NYTimes ran a profile of Einbinder titled 'Portrait of a Young Comic on the Cusp.'
Primetime Emmy nomination (Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series)
Einbinder received her first Emmy nomination for her role in Hacks (2021).
Began co-starring as Ava Daniels on 'Hacks' (season 1)
Einbinder co-starred opposite Jean Smart and Carl Clemons-Hopkins in Hacks, her first major television role.
Casting announced for HBO Max series 'Hacks' (role: Ava Daniels)
Variety and other outlets reported Jean Smart's HBO Max comedy series added Hannah Einbinder to the cast as Ava Daniels.
Hacks renewed for Season 2
Deadline reported HBO Max renewed Hacks for a second season (June 8, 2021).
RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars guest judge (TV appearance)
Einbinder appeared as herself/guest judge on RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars episode 'Drag Race Gives Back Variety Extravaganza' (2022).
Multiple major award nominations for Hacks (2022 season recognition)
Hacks and Einbinder received nominations across Golden Globes, Critics' Choice, SAG, MTV Movie & TV Awards, Emmys, and others in 2022.
Hacks Season 2 premiere
Season 2 of Hacks premiered on HBO Max (May 12, 2022).
National stand-up tour (summer 2022)
Einbinder continued performing stand-up and toured nationally across the U.S. during summer 2022.
Voice role in 'Strange Planet' (10 episodes)
Einbinder contributed voices (Manager/various) to the animated series Strange Planet (credited in 2023, 10 episodes).
Hacks Season 3 premiered
Hacks Season 3 premiered in 2024 (exact premiere date listed as 2024).
Won Online Film & Television Association (OFTA) Best Supporting Actress
Einbinder won OFTA's Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (2024) for Hacks.
Won Astra/HCA TV Awards — Best Supporting TV Performance - Comedy
Won Astra TV/HCA award for Best Supporting TV Performance (Comedy) for Hacks (2024).
Released debut stand-up special 'Everything Must Go' on Max
HBO Max (Max) released Einbinder's debut hour-long stand-up special 'Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go' in June 2024.
Residency: Lives in Los Angeles (ongoing)
Einbinder is based in Los Angeles, continuing to work in stand-up and television/film.
Golden Globe nomination (Best Supporting Actress – TV)
Einbinder received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress – Television Series (2025).
Publicly identified as bisexual and vocal advocate
Einbinder is publicly out as bisexual and uses her platform for queer advocacy; recognized publicly while accepting HRC award in 2025.
Reported participation in other ensemble film projects (unnamed)
LA Times reported Einbinder was 'on another movie' (a comedy ensemble) in 2025; project details unannounced.
Hacks renewed (report mentions Season 5 renewal)
LA Times article (Aug 2025) references that when initially pitched the creators planned five seasons; reporting indicates the series has been renewed/planned through Season 5 (reported in 2025 coverage).
Public political statements about Gaza and US policy
Across 2024–2025 Einbinder publicly denounced the Israeli government's actions in Gaza and criticized U.S. support and related detentions; frequently vocal on social platforms and speeches.
Won Critics' Choice Television Award — Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (2025)
Einbinder won the 2025 Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for Hacks.
Multiple 2025 award nominations (SAG, Astra, Satellite, Dorian, Emmys pending)
In 2025 Einbinder and Hacks received numerous nominations across SAG, Astra, Satellite, Dorian, and a pending Primetime Emmy nomination.
Accepted Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Visibility Award and delivered speech
At the HRC event Einbinder delivered a speech condemning Israeli government actions and advocating for climate/corporate responsibility and Palestinian lives (March 2025).
Hacks Season 4 premiered
Hacks Season 4 premiered in April 2025; Season 4 is described as more Ava-centric and features significant character development for Einbinder's role.
Signed industry letter criticizing passivity over Gaza genocide
Einbinder was among 350+ figures who signed a May 2025 letter criticizing the film industry's passivity regarding the killing of a Palestinian protagonist and related issues.
Cast in Jane Schoenbrun's film 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma'
Deadline/Variety reported Einbinder will star opposite Gillian Anderson in the Mubi/Plan B production; filming scheduled for mid-2025 in British Columbia.
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