Etta May
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About
American character-based stand-up comedian who has built a loyal following with her Southern-inspired humor and sharp wit. She has often been referred to as the "Queen of Southern Sass" and she has made numerous television appearances on shows like Comic Strip Live, MTV, CBS Sunday Morning, and The Oprah Winfrey Show. She has also headlined the all-female comedy tour, Etta May and the Southern Fried Chicks.
Before fame
Her character is often portrayed as being the youngest born of ten children. Her real-life experiences, including working as a school bus driver for several years, inspired her character's relatable voice and original material.
Trivia
She was named the winner of the American Comedy Awards' Stand-Up Comic of the Year.
Family life
Her character is depicted as married to a truck driver named Delbert. She is also often portrayed as being the mother of four children. Her real biological name is Debra Ferrari.
Associated with
She headlined the 2007 all-female comedy tour Etta May and the Southern Fried Chicks, which also featured fellow comedian Trish Suhr.
