What is Adele Givens' net worth?
Adele Givens is an American actress and comedian who has a net worth of $1.5 million.
Adele Givens was born in Chicago, Illinois in July 1960. Adele Givens emerged as a standout comedian in the early 1990s after winning the Crown Royal Comedy Contest in Chicago. In 1990, she was a finalist in the Miller Life Comedy Search and lost out to Bernie Mac. Her breakthrough came through her appearances on HBO's Def Comedy Jam, where her bold delivery and sharp wit quickly made her a fan favorite. Her signature catchphrase "I am SUCH a f*cking lady!" became widely recognized among comedy audiences.
Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Givens became a regular presence on BET's ComicView, both as a performer and host. She expanded into acting, appearing in several films, including "The Players Club" (1998), "Beauty Shop" (2005), and Tyler Perry's "The Family That Preys" (2008). Her television work included roles on "Martin," "Moesha," "The Steve Harvey Show" and "The Parkers."
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On the stand-up circuit, Givens has been featured in several comedy specials and tours, including the Queens of Comedy tour alongside Mo'Nique, Laura Hayes, and Sommore. The tour's success led to a Showtime special in 2001. She's continued performing stand-up across the country and has maintained her presence in the comedy world through appearances on various TV shows and comedy specials.
More recently, Givens has gained renewed attention through social media, where clips of her classic performances regularly go viral. Her influence on contemporary comedy is evident, with many current comedians citing her as an inspiration, particularly for her unapologetic style and commanding stage presence.
In September 2014, Sheryl Underwood claimed on an episode of "The Talk" to have heard Givens talking negatively about her on a conference call for the Queens of Comedy tour.
