This has led to a long history of successful Black female comedians, with figures like Whoopi Goldberg earning EGOT status all from a career in comedy. Here are a few comedians who keep the world ...

Comedian and presenter Eddie Kadi ... "There are just so many amazing, talented, young black women that are fighting to get their spot and fighting to be seen," adds Kyrah.

On Monday, Saturday Night Live filled out its cast with a black female comedian, Sasheer Zamata. The gender and race of the new featured player wasn't a surprise — facing pointed criticism over ...