Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 23/02/1983 |
| Age | 43 years |
| Birthplace | Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America |
Latest News about Aziz Ansari
Aziz Ansari reflected on his unfinished film 'Being Mortal', which was intended to be his directorial debut. Production on the film, starring Bill Murray, Seth Rogen, and Keke Palmer, was halted after over 50% of it was shot due to sexual misconduct allegations against Murray. Ansari was unable to find another buyer for the project.
Aziz Ansari made his directorial debut with the film 'Good Fortune' in 2025, a comedy he also wrote and starred in alongside Keanu Reeves and Seth Rogen. He views this shift to directing as a natural progression from his work on 'Master of None' and is committed to making original, character-driven comedies for theatrical release, despite the challenges in the current film landscape.
Aziz Ansari discussed his directorial debut 'Good Fortune' and expressed his desire to complete his previously halted film 'Being Mortal'. He also commented on writing for Keanu Reeves in 'Good Fortune' and the possibility of a 'Parks & Rec' spinoff.
Aziz Ansari addressed the 2018 sexual misconduct allegations against him, stating he apologized personally to the individual at the time and later discussed it in his 2019 comedy special 'Aziz Ansari: Right Now'. He expressed that the experience made him reflect and hoped it encouraged others to be more thoughtful, leading to personal growth.
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm |
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| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| School | Marlboro Academy | South Carolina Governorâs School for Science and Mathematics (GSSM) in Hartsville, South Carolina |
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| College/University | New York University Stern School of Business (2004) |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Business Administration with specialisation in marketing |
| Religion/Religious Views | Non-religious |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Courtney McBroom (2014-2016) (pastry chef) | Serena Skov Campbell |
| Marriage Date | 16/06/2022 |
Family
| Father | Shoukath (gastroenterologist) |
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| Mother | Fatima (obstetrician and gynaecologist) |
| Siblings | Brother: Aniz Adam Ansari (younger) (writer) Sister: None |
| Spouse | Serena Skov Campbell (Senior Associate in the investigative analytics forensics department at PwC in London) |
Career
| Debut | Film: School for Scoundrels (2006) TV: Shutterbugs (2005-2010) as Bill Stand-up Comedy: 2000 |
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| Awards | 2006: Jury Award for âBest Standupâ at HBOâs U.S. Comedy Arts Festival in Aspen, Colorado 2013: NAACP Image Award nomination for the show âParks and Recreationâ in the category of Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series 2014: American Comedy Award nomination for the show âParks and Recreationâ in the category of Best Comedy Supporting ActorâTV 2016: Golden Globe Award nomination for the TV series âMaster of Noneâ in the category of Best Actor â Television Series Musical or Comedy Critics Choice Television Award for the TV series âMaster of Noneâ in the category of Best Comedy Series Peabody Award for the TV series 'Master of None' 2017: Attained 47th rank on the list of âGreatest stand-up comedians of all timeâ by Rolling Stone Primetime Emmy Award for the TV series 'Master of None' in the category of Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series Golden Globe Award for the TV series 'Master of None' in the category of Best Actor â Television Series Musical or Comedy 2020: Grammy Award nomination for the comedy special âAziz Ansari: Right Nowâ in the category of Best Comedy Album |
| Directorial Debut | Good Fortune (2025) |
Favourites
| Restaurant | Zingerman's Deli, Ann Arbor, Michigan |
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| Pizza place in Los Angeles | Osteria Mozza |
| Restaurants in New York City | Santina, Great NY Noodletown, Lupa, and Uncle Boonâs |
| Film | Inception, Bridesmaids, and Bill Cunningham New York |
| TV Shows | Breaking Bad, Mad Men, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Louie |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Aziz Ansari is an American actor and stand-up comedian of Indian heritage. | |
| 2. He was the first actor of Indian descent to win a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a TV Series. | |
| 3. Aziz Ansari is the creator of the Netflix series "Master of None." | |
| 4. He began his stand-up comedy career in 2000 while studying at NYU Stern. | |
| 5. In 2016, Aziz Ansari co-authored the book 'Modern Romance: An Investigation' with sociologist Eric Klinenberg. | |
| 6. In January 2017, Aziz Ansari hosted an episode of Saturday Night Live, marking a historic moment as the first individual of Indian descent to do so. | |
| 7. In 2018, he became the first Asian actor to receive a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series â Musical or Comedy for his role in 'Master of None.' | |
| 8. Ansari's directorial debut was the 2025 film 'Good Fortune', which he also wrote and starred in alongside Keanu Reeves and Seth Rogen. |