Margaret Cho
Acting
Biography
Margaret Moran Cho (born December 5, 1968) is an American comedian, fashion designer, actress, author, and recording artist. Cho is best known for her stand-up routines, through which she critiques social and political problems, especially those pertaining to race and sexuality. She has also directed and appeared in music videos and has her own clothing line. She has frequently supported LGBT rights and has won awards for her humanitarian efforts on behalf of women, the transgender community, Asians, and the LGBT community. As an actress she has played more serious parts, such as that of John Travolta's long-suffering FBI colleague in the action movie Face/Off. She co-starred as Teri Lee, a paralegal assistant, 8on Lifetime's drama series Drop Dead Diva.
Born: December 5, 1968
Place of Birth: San Francisco, California, USA
Known For
Girltrash!
Set in the Los Angeles' criminal underworld with a dark but over-the-top Miami Vice vibe, 'Girltrash!' follows the story of five ass-kicking girls: tough-as-nails Tyler, her partner Daisy, con-artist LouAnne, and gang-bangers Misty and Colby, who try to get by any way they can, even if it means double-crossing a best friend or former lover. A gang war is brewing. You'll be asked to... pick a side.
The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU
Go back to the beginning of television's longest-running primetime drama with behind-the-scenes footage, memorable scenes and exclusive interviews with the actors, creators and crew members.
A Big Gay Hairy Hit! Where the Bears Are: The Documentary
This hilarious and touching documentary tells the story of how three older, gay, "bears" working in Hollywood, tired of having their gay-themed ideas rejected by the mainstream, decided to self-produce their own web series. Against all odds, the comedy featuring three bear roommates like "The Golden Girls" solving crimes a la "Murder, She Wrote," became a sensation online and one of the most successful web shows of all time. The documentary examines ageism, body-shaming, sex-positivity, the creative process and how friendship and community can ultimately create something beloved all over the world.
Celebrity Family Feud
A star-studded version of the beloved and enduring game show, featuring four celebrity families matching wits each week to raise money for their respective charities.
Martha & Snoop's Potluck Dinner Party
The Queen of Cuisine and the King of Kush are coming together to invite their celebrity friends over for a little potluck fun. Games, recipes and musical guests. It's guaranteed to have everyone buzzing.
Frog and Toad
Frog and Toad are not at all alike. Frog likes new adventures. Toad likes the comforts of home. Yet despite their differences, Frog and Toad are always there for each other—as best friends should be.
Hollywood Medium with Tyler Henry
A one-hour reality series that follows 20-year old Tyler Henry, exploring the world of this self-proclaimed clairvoyant medium as he balances his unique abilities with trying to be a regular young adult. Formerly of a small-town and now living in the City of Angels, Tyler has quickly become one of Hollywood's top mediums, bringing messages from the heavens and profound visions to today's stars.
America: The Story of Us
From wagon trains crossing the untamed frontier to man's first steps on the moon, this series offers a compelling look at the people, inventions and events that helped forge the United States of America.
SNL Korea
Korea's version of the late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture and politics, are performed by a large and varying cast of repertory cast members.
Ghost Whisperer
Newlywed Melinda Gordon tries to help the dead communicate with loved ones, but sometimes the messages she receives are intense and confusing. Most of Melinda's efforts involve resolving conflicts that are preventing the spirits from passing over.
Filmography
as Principal Linda
as Emma
as Pops
as Self - Contestant
as Self
as Self
as Narrator (voice)
as Judy Riva
as Rebecca Chen (voice)
as Ashley (voice)
as Electra
as Corinne (voice)
as Self
as Self
as Maxine
as Kimberly
as Turtle (voice)
as Ms. Chen
as Sophia
as Miss Cassandra
as Therapist
as Dr. Roach
as Self - Expert
as Self
as Self
as Margaret Cho
as Self - Guest
as Erin
as Ma Deb
as June
as Ms. Corrigan
as Frankie
as Doris
as Self
as Margot
as Self
as Mrs. Moon
as Self
as Self - Contestant
as Self
as Jan (voice)
as Val Park
as Utada
as Fairy Gay Mother #2
as Auntie Ling / Gretch (voice)
as Jane
as Self
as Self
as Self - Guest Star
as Self - Narrator (voice)
as Mistress Jupiter
as Hilda
as Margaret Cho
as Self - Guest
as Self - Panelist
as God's Mom
as Margaret Cho
as Poodle (archive footage)
as Self - Poodle
as Self
as Zagat
as Self
as Sergeant Ching
as Simone
as Jan
as Margaret Cho
as Self
as The Mentor
as Pistachio (voice)
as Agent Poll
as Mom (voice)
as Self
as Self - Panelist
as Wig Shop Owner
as Self - Guest
as Mulan (voice)
as Dr. Wendi
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Brown Finger
as Self - Panelist
as Ms. Ghetty
as Self
as Self
as Self
as The Shaman
as Self
as Babs
as Tawny Kim
as Self
as Self
as Self - Host
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Self
as The Kraken (voice)
as Self
as Mrs. Wattana (voice)
as Self (archive footage)
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Self - Guest
as Teri Lee
as Self
as Self
as The Expert
as Mrs. Dell
as Self - Special Guest
as Self - Guest Judge
as California Gays and The People That Love Them
as Self
as Mickey Lee
as Condie Ling / Kathy Griffin (voice)
as Condie Ling (voice)
as Condie Ling / Jessica (voice)
as Min Suk
as Suzie Kang
as Caller
as Kim Jong-Il
as Kim Jong-Un
as Nicole
as Janie
as Herself
as Professor Avery Grant
as Celeste / Mommy
as Self - Contestant
as Self - Restaurant Patron
as Rental Car Agent
as Herself
as Self
as Herself
as Self
as Herself
as Self
as Evelyn Lee
as Travel Agent
as Hee-Sun (voice)
as JoJo
as Self
as Carol
as Self - Host
as Lt. Klavin (voice)
as Asia Blue / Terry
as Self - Panelist
as Amanda
as Lynne
as Noreen
as Self
as Self - Guest
as May-Ling
as Wanda
as Self
as herself
as Charlene Lee
as Margaret Cho
as Clerk's Wife
as Margaret (voice)
as Uhmuhni (voice)
as Hul Muh Ni (voice)
as Margaret Kim
as Connie Tong
as Mai Lin (voice)
as Admissions Nurse #2
as (voice)
as Caryn
as Fong
as Phone Sex Worker
as self
as Self
as Gloria
as Janine Sorrel