Lilly Singh
Born 1988 · Age 37
Canadian YouTuber, comedian, television host, producer and author known for her IISuperwomanII channel, world tours, bestselling books, Unicorn Island Productions and hosting NBC's A Little Late with Lilly Singh.
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Born in Scarborough, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Lilly Saini Singh was born to Indian Punjabi immigrant parents Malvindar Kaur and Sukvindar Singh and raised Sikh in Scarborough (Toronto).
Graduated Lester B. Pearson Collegiate Institute
Completed high school in Malvern, Toronto.
Graduated York University (BA Psychology)
Received a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from York University, Toronto.
Started YouTube channel IISuperwomanII
Launched her main YouTube channel under the pseudonym IISuperwomanII; began posting videos as a way to cope with depression and to perform.
Background dancer appearances in films
Appeared as a background dancer in Speedy Singhs and had an uncredited cameo in Thank You.
Created second channel (SuperwomanVlogs)
Launched a vlog/behind-the-scenes channel (later titled 'Lilly Singh Vlogs').
Reached 100,000 YouTube subscribers; monetized channel
Hit 100K subscribers, applied and was accepted to YouTube Partner Program; subsequently bought her first camera for $699 and became more career-focused.
Hit 1,000,000 subscribers
Reached 1 million subscribers on her main channel (announced August 2013).
Launched Superwoman mobile app
Released the 'Superwoman App' on her birthday with channel content and fan features (later taken down for Unicorn Island app).
Small role in Dr. Cabbie; award nominations
Appeared in Canadian production Dr. Cabbie and was nominated for Shorty and Streamy Awards.
Ranked #39 on New Media Rockstars Top 100 Channels
Early industry recognition for channel growth and influence.
Released collaboration single '#LEH'
Released the song #LEH in collaboration with Humble the Poet.
Featured in Gulaab Gang playback song
Rapped in 'Mauj Ki Malharein', a song featured in the Bollywood drama Gulaab Gang (Aug 2014).
People magazine 'Ones to Watch' (Sept 2015)
Included on People magazine's 'Ones to Watch' list (Sept 2015).
Ranked on Forbes World's Top-Earning YouTube Stars
Placed 8th on Forbes' list of top-earning YouTube stars (2015).
Hired a manager; formalized professional team
Hired management in 2012 (reported) and continued professionalization of brand leading to touring and deals by 2015.
Released 'Clean Up Anthem' single
Released a music video 'The Clean Up Anthem' in collaboration with Sickick.
Launched world tour 'A Trip to Unicorn Island'
Started a global tour (singing, dancing, comedy) covering 31 shows across India, Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai, Canada, Trinidad & Tobago, UK, US.
Released '#IVIVI' song (Toronto tribute)
Released #IVIVI (roman numerals for 416) in collaboration with Humble the Poet.
Launched #GirlLove social campaign
Started the #GirlLove initiative encouraging girls to compliment rather than tear each other down; donated ad revenue profits to the Malala Fund and partnered with ME to WE.
Moved to Los Angeles
Relocated to Los Angeles to further career opportunities and Hollywood connections.
Voiced characters in Ice Age: Collision Course; cameo in Bad Moms
Voiced miniature unicorns Bubbles and Misty in Ice Age: Collision Course and had a cameo in Bad Moms.
Launched 'Bawse' lipstick with Smashbox; book deal announced
Partnered with Smashbox to release a liquid lipstick named 'Bawse' and signed a book deal with Ballantine Books (Penguin Random House).
Forbes lists: 3rd highest-paid YouTuber (reported earnings $7.5M)
Included in Forbes' 2016 list of highest-paid YouTubers, ranked 3rd with reported earnings around $7.5 million for the year.
Variety '10 Comics to Watch' (2016)
Recognized by Variety as one of 10 Comics to Watch in 2016 and honored at Just For Laughs festival.
Received multiple Streamy and Teen Choice Awards (2015–2017)
Won Streamy Awards (including Best Feature for A Trip to Unicorn Island), Teen Choice Awards (2016) and other creator awards across 2015–2017.
Released documentary 'A Trip to Unicorn Island' on YouTube Red
Documentary chronicling her 2015 world tour and the effect of YouTube fame; released on YouTube Red (now YouTube Premium).
Reached 10,000,000 YouTube subscribers (Diamond milestone)
Reached the 10 million subscriber milestone on her primary channel (diamond play button level).
Started '#BawseBook' world tour
Launched a world tour centered on her book release and message (2017 #BawseBook Tour, ~30 cities).
Won People's Choice Award and Goodreads Choice Award (Best Non-Fiction)
Won People's Choice Award for Favorite YouTube Star (Jan 2017) and Goodreads Choice Award for Best Non-Fiction (How to Be a Bawse).
Cast in HBO's Fahrenheit 451 film
Cast as Raven after an impromptu audition while promoting her book in Melbourne (May 2017); appeared in the HBO adaptation.
Published first book 'How to Be a Bawse'
Released How to Be a Bawse: A Guide to Conquering Life; subsequently reached No.1 on the New York Times bestseller list.
Appointed UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Named a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador to advocate for children's rights and anti-bullying initiatives.
Brand partnerships with Pantene and Calvin Klein
Announced as an ambassador for Pantene and partnered with Calvin Klein on a campaign (Nov 2017).
Appeared in Maroon 5 'Girls Like You' music video
Cameo appearance in Maroon 5's 'Girls Like You' video featuring Cardi B (2018).
NBC pilot 'Bright Futures' cast (pilot later unaired/cancelled)
Cast to star in NBC pilot Bright Futures (co-created by Kenya Barris); the pilot was later cancelled and unaired.
Launched Unicorn Island Productions
Founded her Los Angeles-based production company (Unicorn Island Productions) to develop and produce digital and TV content.
Forbes: One of 40 Most Powerful People in Comedy (2019)
Named by Forbes as one of the 40 most powerful people in comedy (2019).
Placed on Time 100 Next list
Named to Time's 100 Next list recognizing rising leaders (2019).
Came out publicly as bisexual
Announced her bisexuality via social media (February 2019).
NBC announces 'A Little Late with Lilly Singh'
NBC announced Singh would host and executive-produce a new late-night talk show, replacing Last Call with Carson Daly (announcement March 2019).
Dropped the 'Superwoman' pseudonym
Publicly announced rebranding from IISuperwomanII to go by 'Lilly' (Aug 2019).
Premiere of 'A Little Late with Lilly Singh' on NBC
Her late-night show premiered to positive critical reviews (Sept 16, 2019). She was the first person of Indian descent to host an American late-night talk show.
Named Vogue India's Women of the Year
Named one of Vogue India's Women of the Year (Oct 19, 2019).
Scheduled to host GLAAD Media Awards (cancelled due to COVID-19)
Was scheduled to host the 31st GLAAD Media Awards in March 2020; the event was cancelled because of the pandemic.
Partnered with TikTok educational initiative
Joined TikTok's initiative tapping creators (reported as part of a $50M educational content initiative in May 2020).
NBC renews 'A Little Late' for second season
NBC announced renewal for a second season (May 13, 2020).
Announced 'Sketchy Times with Lilly Singh' at NBC
Announced a sketch comedy show to be shot at home; NBC ordered two episodes (Aug 18, 2020).
Partnered with LA28 Olympics committee on emblem design
Created one of many emblems for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics organizing committee (her 'A' representing pride).
Announced voice role in 'Riverdance: The Animated Adventure'
It was announced she would voice Penny in Riverdance: The Animated Adventure (released 2021).
Announced voice cast for 'Hitpig!' (animated) and other voice roles
Announced to voice a character (Pickles) in the animated film Hitpig! (release 2024); also attached to other animation projects.
Released 'Sketchy Times with Lilly Singh' on Peacock
The sketch comedy special was released on Peacock (Oct 29, 2020).
Signed comedy project with Netflix (Kenya Barris) and first-look deals
Signed onto a Kenya Barris-produced comedy project for Netflix and struck a deal with Universal Television Alternative Studio; later had first-look deals and development deals for TV.
Returned to scripted/streaming acting and development
After ending the NBC late-night show, she continued with film/TV development (Netflix project, Universal TV Alt Studio work).
Announced end of 'A Little Late' and move to development deals
Singh and NBC announced A Little Late would end after two seasons; she transitioned to development deals and projects including Netflix work (announcement May 6, 2021).
Created 'Unicorn Island Fund' charity
Launched the Unicorn Island Fund to continue anti-bullying and girls' empowerment work started with #GirlLove.
Diagnosed with ovarian cysts
Publicly disclosed an ovarian cysts diagnosis (2022).
Appeared as Liv in Hulu's 'Dollface' season 2
Played the recurring role Liv when season 2 premiered on February 11, 2022.
Announced as judge on Canada's Got Talent (Season 2)
It was announced in Oct 2021 she would serve as a judge; season 2 premiered March 2022.
Published second book 'Be a Triangle'
Released Be a Triangle: How I Went From Being Lost Into Getting My Life Into Shape (April 6, 2022).
First-look deal with Bell Media / Blink49
Signed a first-look deal with Bell Media and Blink49 Studios to develop projects for Canadian TV and streaming (announced July 20, 2022).
Co-hosted 95th Academy Awards pre-show
Co-hosted the Academy Awards pre-show in March 2023.
Hosted CTV's 'Battle of the Generations'
Following the Bell Media deal, Singh hosted the primetime quiz show Battle of the Generations which premiered on June 19, 2023.
Produced, wrote and starred in film 'Doin' It' (SXSW premiere)
Wrote, produced and starred in Doin' It directed by Sara Zandieh; premiered at South by Southwest and received mixed reviews (March 2024).
Theatrical release scheduled for 'Doin' It'
Doin' It is scheduled for theatrical release on September 19, 2025 (announced).
Launched Hyphen8 media network for South Asian creators
Launched Hyphen8, a media network aimed at social media content creators of South Asian descent (announced March 18, 2025).
Joined ownership group for Toronto Tempo
Joined the ownership group for the Toronto Tempo (May 2025 announcement).
Signed with United Talent Agency (UTA)
Signed with UTA for representation (May 14, 2025 announcement).
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