Quinta Brunson

Quinta Brunson (/ˈkwɪntə/; born December 21, 1989) is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer. She is best known for creating, executive producing, co-writing and starring as second-grade teacher Janine Teagues in the ABC comedy series Abbott Elementary (2021–present). Brunson gained prominence for her self-produced Instagram series Girl Who Has Never Been on a Nice Date. She went on to produce and act in videos for BuzzFeed Video. She developed two streaming series with BuzzFeed Motion Pictures. At the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards, she became the first Black woman to be nominated three times in the comedy category, receiving nominations for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series (which she won), Outstanding Comedy Series (as an executive producer), and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. At the 75th ceremony, she became the first Black woman to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy in over 40 years. Brunson was honoured with a 2022 Peabody Award for her work on Abbott Elementary. She was also placed on the Time 100 Most Influential People of 2022 list. Brunson has acted in the series iZombie, Single Parents, and Miracle Workers; provided voice work for Lazor Wulf and Magical Girl Friendship Squad; and starred in the first season of the HBO sketch comedy series A Black Lady Sketch Show. Description above from the Wikipedia article Quinta Brunson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Works

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia

Four egocentric friends run a neighborhood Irish pub in Philadelphia and try to find their way through the adult world of work and relationships. Unfortunately, their warped views and precarious judgments often lead them to trouble, creating a myriad of uncomfortable situations that usually only get worse before they get better.

Release Date2005-08-04

Charactersd Janine Teagues

Episode Count1

Vote Count1187

iZombie

A medical student who becomes a zombie joins a Coroner's Office in order to gain access to the brains she must reluctantly eat so that she can maintain her humanity. But every brain she eats, she also inherits their memories and must now solve their deaths with help from the Medical examiner and a police detective.

Release Date2015-03-17

Charactersd Dr. Collier

Episode Count3

Vote Count2854

Harley Quinn

Harley Quinn has finally broken things off once and for all with the Joker. Now, she's trying to make it on her own as the criminal Queenpin of Gotham City, with help from Poison Ivy and a ragtag crew of DC castoffs.

Release Date2019-11-29

Charactersd Hawkgirl (voice)

Episode Count1

Vote Count1091

The Studio

Desperate for celebrity approval, the newly appointed head of a movie studio and his executive team at Continental Studios must juggle corporate demands with creative ambitions as they try to keep movies alive and relevant.

Release Date2025-03-25

Charactersd Quinta Brunson

Episode Count1

Vote Count164

Abbott Elementary

In this workplace comedy, a group of dedicated, passionate teachers — and a slightly tone-deaf principal — are brought together in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life. Though these incredible public servants may be outnumbered and underfunded, they love what they do — even if they don’t love the school district’s less-than-stellar attitude toward educating children.

Release Date2021-12-07

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Charactersd Janine Teagues

Episode Count5

Vote Count218

New Girl

Jessica Day is an offbeat and adorable girl in her late 20s who, after a bad breakup, moves in with three single guys. Goofy, positive, vulnerable and honest to a fault, Jess has faith in people, even when she shouldn't. Although she's dorky and awkward, she's comfortable in her own skin. More prone to friendships with women, she's not used to hanging with the boys—especially at home.

Release Date2011-09-20

Charactersd Annabelle

Episode Count1

Vote Count1519

Big Mouth

Teenage friends find their lives upended by the wonders and horrors of puberty in this edgy comedy from real-life pals Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg.

Release Date2017-09-29

Charactersd Girl (voice)

Episode Count1

Vote Count1143

Zootopia 2

After cracking the biggest case in Zootopia's history, rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find their partnership isn't as solid as they thought when Chief Bogo orders them to join the Partners in Crisis counseling program. But it doesn't take long for their partnership to be put to the ultimate test when they find themselves on the twisting trail of a mystery tied to the arrival of a venomous snake in the animal metropolis.

Release Date2025-11-26

Charactersd Dr. Fuzzby (voice)

Miracle Workers

The first season of this comedy anthology is set in the offices of Heaven Inc. When God plans to destroy the Earth, two low-level angels must convince their boss to save humanity. They bet him they can pull off their most impossible miracle yet: help two humans fall in love.

Release Date2019-02-12

Charactersd Trig

Episode Count7

Vote Count285

Single Parents

A group of single parents lean on each other to help raise their 7-year-old kids and maintain some kind of personal lives outside of parenthood.

Release Date2018-09-26

Charactersd Bess

Episode Count3

Vote Count66

Party Down

A group of struggling actors and dysfunctional dreamers wait for their big break while they are stuck serving hors d'oeurves for a Hollywood catering company 'Party Down.'

Release Date2009-03-20

Charactersd Jaff

Episode Count1

Vote Count214

A Black Lady Sketch Show

A narrative series set in a limitless magical reality full of dynamic, hilarious characters and celebrity guests presenting sketches performed by a core cast of black women.

Release Date2019-08-02

Charactersd Various Characters

Episode Count6

Vote Count38

History of the World: Part II

Explore different periods of human history through a variety of sketches.

Release Date2023-03-06

Charactersd Martha Magdalene

Episode Count2

Vote Count74

Cars on the Road

Lightning McQueen and his best friend Mater head east from Radiator Springs on a cross-country road trip to meet up with Mater’s sister.

Release Date2022-09-08

Charactersd Ivy (voice)

Episode Count3

Vote Count284

Worth It

Steven Lim of BuzzFeed travels to three different restaurants to try the same foods from cheap to expensive prices. After trying them all, the one that is the most worth it is determined.

Release Date2016-09-18

Charactersd Herself

Episode Count1

Vote Count6

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story

Exploring every facet of ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic’s life, from his meteoric rise to fame with early hits like ‘Eat It’ and ‘Like a Surgeon’ to his torrid celebrity love affairs and famously depraved lifestyle, this biopic takes audiences on a truly unbelievable journey through Yankovic’s life and career, from gifted child prodigy to the greatest musical legend of all time.

Release Date2022-09-08

Charactersd Oprah Winfrey

Vote Count496

The Cat in the Hat

Doing what he does best, the Cat spreads joy to kids in his hilarious, signature, and singularly irreverent way, transporting them and audiences on a fantastical journey through a world they’ve never seen before. Our hero takes on his toughest assignment yet for the I.I.I.I. (Institute for the Institution of Imagination and Inspiration, LLC) to cheer up Gabby and Sebastian, a pair of siblings struggling to move to a new town. Known for taking things too far, this could be this agent of chaos’s last chance to prove himself...or lose his magical hat!

Release Date2026-02-25

Charactersd Sherri (voice)

An American Pickle

An immigrant worker at a pickle factory is accidentally preserved for 100 years and wakes up in modern day Brooklyn. He learns his only surviving relative is his great grandson, a computer coder who he can’t connect with.

Release Date2020-08-06

Charactersd Female Interviewee

Vote Count537

Quinta vs. Everything

Quinta Brunson steps into the metaphorical ring with her issues, taking every roadblock in her life - from self-care to family life - as head-to-head combat. There's no telling how things will go.

Release Date2017-12-10

DepartmentProduction

JobExecutive Producer

Charactersd Quinta

Episode Count5

Broke

Three friends move from Philadelphia to Los Angeles to pursue big dreams while sharing empty wallets. From trying to date in a post-chivalry America to deciding if their aspirations are worth missing home, Mo, Paul and Miloh learn to keep each other happy while being first-world poor.

Release Date2016-09-28

DepartmentCrew

JobCreator

Charactersd Miloh

Episode Count11

Lazor Wulf

Lazor Wulf follows the adventures of a wolf who carries a laser on his back...obviously.

Release Date2019-04-07

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Charactersd Blazor Wulf / The Youth

Episode Count2

Vote Count5

As of Yet

Told largely through video calls and digital diaries, Naomi navigates a problematic roommate and a burgeoning romance all while locked down during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Release Date2021-06-11

Charactersd Lyssa

Par for the Course

Based on an original idea from Brunson. Plot TBA.

DepartmentWriting

JobWriter

Charactersd

Oprah and Quinta Brunson Abbott Elementary

In this OWN Spotlight, Oprah speaks with writer, producer and actress Quinta Brunson to discuss her megahit comedy series, Abbott Elementary.

Release Date2022-11-26

Charactersd Herself

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

After Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent replacement. After 42 years in Los Angeles the program was brought back to New York.

Release Date2014-02-17

Charactersd Self

Episode Count1

Vote Count351

The Daily Show

The World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture.

Release Date1996-07-22

Charactersd Self

Episode Count1

Vote Count591

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert brings his signature satire and comedy to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the #1 show in late night, where he talks with an eclectic mix of guests about what is new and relevant in the worlds of politics, entertainment, business, music, technology, and more. Featuring bandleader Jon Batiste with his band Stay Human, the Emmy Award-nominated show is broadcast from the historic Ed Sullivan Theater.

Release Date2015-09-08

Charactersd Self - Guest

Episode Count1

Vote Count322

Late Night with Seth Meyers

Seth Meyers, who is "Saturday Night Live’s" longest serving anchor on the show’s wildly popular "Weekend Update," takes over as host of NBC’s "Late Night" — home to A-list celebrity guests, memorable comedy and the best in musical talent. As the Emmy Award-winning head writer for "SNL," Meyers has established a reputation for sharp wit and perfectly timed comedy, and has gained fame for his spot-on jokes and satire. Meyers takes his departure from "SNL" to his new post at "Late Night," as Jimmy Fallon moves to "The Tonight Show".

Release Date2014-02-25

Charactersd Self

Episode Count2

Vote Count113

The Late Late Show with James Corden

Once Craig Ferguson retires, James Corden will be taking over The Late Late Show. The show is a late night talk show that interviews celebrities and has its own bits. And of course, it's all hosted by James Corden.

Release Date2015-03-23

Charactersd Self - Guest

Episode Count1

Vote Count139

Sherri

Sherri Shepherd, actress, comic, and Emmy Award-winning longtime co-host of "The View", appears before a live audience with a daily dose of pop culture, comedy, conversations, and daytime talk staples, including celebrity and human interest interviews.

Release Date2022-09-12

Charactersd Self - Guest

Episode Count1

Vote Count8

RuPaul's Drag Race

Join RuPaul, the world's most famous drag queen, as the host, mentor and judge for the ultimate in drag queen competitions. The top drag queens in the U.S. will vie for drag stardom as RuPaul, in full glamazon drag, will reign supreme in all judging and eliminations while helping guide the contestants as they prepare for each challenge.

Release Date2009-02-02

Charactersd Self - Guest Judge

Episode Count1

Vote Count256

Saturday Night Live

A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture and politics, are performed by a large and varying cast of repertory and newer cast members. Each episode is hosted by a celebrity guest, who usually delivers an opening monologue and performs in sketches with the cast, and features performances by a musical guest.

Release Date1975-10-11

Charactersd Self - Host

Episode Count2

Vote Count457

LIVE with Kelly and Mark

A morning talk show with A-list celebrity guests, top-notch performances and one-of-a-kind segments that are unrivaled on daytime television, plus spontaneous, hilarious and unpredictable talk.

Release Date1988-09-05

Charactersd Self - Guest

Episode Count3

Vote Count47

Golden Globe Awards

An annual awards ceremony recognizing excellence in film and television, both domestic and foreign, bestowed by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.

Release Date1944-01-20

Charactersd Self - Nominee

Episode Count2

Vote Count17

Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC.

Release Date2003-01-26

Charactersd Self

Episode Count3

Vote Count177

Tamron Hall

Former news host and journalist Tamron Hall discusses all things topical and engages those she interviews in thorough meaningful and entertaining conversations.

Release Date2019-09-09

Charactersd Self - Guest

Episode Count1

Vote Count16

Variety Studio: Actors on Actors

PBS SoCal and Variety take you inside the biggest movies and TV shows of the past year through candid conversations with today's hottest actors. Hosted by Variety Film Awards Editor Clayton Davis and Variety Chief Correspondent Elizabeth Wagmeister, each episode brings together pairs of actors engaging in intimate one-on-one discussions about their craft and work.

Release Date2014-12-21

Charactersd Self

Episode Count2

Vote Count9

Hot Ones

The show with hot questions and even hotter wings invites a famous guest over to eat and then interviews them while they're struggling through the heat.

Release Date2015-03-12

Charactersd Self

Episode Count1

Vote Count61

A Little Late with Lilly Singh

The comedian, actress, social media sensation, producer and author of "How to Be a Bawse: A Guide to Conquering Life," Lilly Singh brings her unique perspective to late night as she hosts celebrity interviews, talks current events, performs musical and sketch comedy, plays games, and more.

Release Date2019-09-16

Charactersd Self

Episode Count1

Vote Count35

RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked

The access-all-areas pass to the drama that you didn't see on the runway—the backstage bitchiness, the catfights, the struggles, the tears and the secrets. See what happens behind the scenes of RuPaul's Drag Race when the queens let their tucks breathe... and let their emotions flow.

Release Date2010-02-01

Charactersd Self - Guest Judge

Episode Count1

Vote Count48

Everybody's Live with John Mulaney

John Mulaney conducts the first-ever celebrity sit-down talk show. Live every week.

Release Date2025-03-12

Charactersd Self - Actress, Executive Producer and Writer

Episode Count1

Vote Count1

Off Script with The Hollywood Reporter

THR’s famed Roundtables are reimagined for broadcast and offer a fresh perspective on a classic, showcasing the collective brilliance of the entertainment industry's finest and funniest minds as never before.

Release Date2023-12-31

Charactersd Self

Episode Count1

Vote Count2

The Shop

A one-of-a-kind barbershop experience with unfiltered conversation and debate from the biggest names in sports and entertainment.

Release Date2018-08-28

Charactersd Self

Episode Count1

Vote Count11

100 Years of Warner Bros.

Tracing a century of movie and TV history, these four documentary specials explore the unparalleled global impact of Warner Bros. on art, commerce, and culture.

Release Date2023-05-25

Charactersd Self

Episode Count2

Vote Count31

That's My Jam

This star-studded, music-comedy game show from Executive Producer Jimmy Fallon is infused with his one-of-a-kind comedic style and feel-good energy, featuring a carousel of his classic and brand new music-based games, like "Wheel of Musical Impressions," "Musical Genre Challenge" and "History of Rap." Each week, a new group of celebrities go head-to-head and mic-to-mic in a variety of music- and dance-inspired games, sketches and challenges that promise unforgettable -- and hilarious -- performances.

Release Date2021-11-29

Charactersd Self

Episode Count1

Vote Count14

FireAid Benefit Concert

Bringing together some of the top names in music and entertainment, both Intuit Dome and the Kia Forum will host FireAid on Thursday, January 30, to raise money for rebuilding communities devastated by wildfires and supporting efforts to prevent future fire disasters throughout Southern California.

Release Date2025-01-30

Charactersd Self

Vote Count2

A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter

Pop icon Sabrina Carpenter jingles all the bells in her first-ever variety music special full of holiday hits, unexpected duets and comedic cameos.

Release Date2024-12-05

Charactersd Self

Vote Count66

2022 Back That Year Up with Kevin Hart & Kenan Thompson

Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson take an irreverent, unfiltered look at the biggest moments from 2022 in pop culture, social media, politics and sports.

Release Date2022-12-23

Charactersd Self

Vote Count2

The Kelly Clarkson Show

Kelly Clarkson presents the biggest newsmakers and names in film, television and music; as well as emerging new talent and everyday people who are beacons of hope in their communities.

Release Date2019-09-09

Episode Count2

Vote Count65

The Jennifer Hudson Show

Talented entertainer and newly-minted EGOT Jennifer Hudson takes on the daytime talk show landscape.

Release Date2022-09-12

Episode Count1

Vote Count25

Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Come hang with Amy Poehler. Each week on her podcast, she'll welcome celebrities and fun people to her studio. They'll share stories about their careers, mutual friends, shared enthusiasms, and most importantly, what's been making them laugh. This podcast is not about trying to make you better or giving advice. Amy just wants to have a good time.

Release Date2025-03-18

Episode Count1

Vote Count1

Las Culturistas Culture Awards 2025

Celebrating culture's iconic and consequential moments of the year. With more than 100 unique award categories, musical performances and celebrity guests, this show brings culture to life.

Release Date2025-08-05