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Sasheer Zamata Biography

Birth Name:
Sasheer Zamata Moore
Birth Place:
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Profession
Actor, comedian

Fast Facts

  • Was hit by a car while in college, and credits the accident with her decision to pursue happiness
  • Revived the University of Virginia's African-American theater troupe after it had been defunct for 10 years
  • Moved to New York City and started performing with Upright Citizens Brigade in 2009
  • Began her stint as a featured Saturday Night Live performer in January 2014
  • Is the sketch-comedy series' first black female cast member since 2007, when Maya Rudolph left the show
  • Repertoire of impersonations include Michelle Obama, Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Tyra Banks and Beyonce