Tiffany Haddish Partners With Laugh Factory To Feed Homeless On Christmas

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Tiffany Haddish
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Before she was lining up her Netflix specials and starring in movies back-to-back, Tiffany Haddish was just another stand-up comedian looking or her big break. The actress has never been shy when speaking about her past struggles that have included foster care as a child and homelessness as an up-and-coming comedian. Hoping to spread a little holiday cheer this Christmas, Tiffany has partnered with Tim Allen and Dane Cook to host the Laugh Factory's 40th annual Christmas Dinner & Toy Giveaway in Los Angeles.

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The famed venue is not only a staple on the Sunset Strip, but it's a place where dozens of our favorite comedians have received their big breaks. The venue opened up its doors for those in need and plans on running four shows on Christmas Day. Jamie Masada, founder of the Laugh Factory who will be reportedly reeting guests at the door, told WENN, "You might know someone who has fallen on difficult times or whose children could use a toy and a warm holiday meal."

Back in April, Tiffany shared a throwback photo of herself on stage and wrote a touching caption reminiscing on how far she's come. "I look at this picture and want to cry tears of joy for this Girl. I remember that night. She was homeless, hungry, scared, and hurt. I promised her if she kept faith in God and Herself, We will get to a place where we will be Housed, Over Fed, Less Hurt and Fear Free."

"I am so Grateful that she Believe," she continued. "I am so Happy we have come this far and excited about where we will Go. Tiffany Sara Cornilia Haddish I Love and Approve of you and most of all God does too. You are perfect enough for both of us right now and always."


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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.