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Aziz Ansari

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Aziz Ansari

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Born February 23, 1983Age 43

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The person behind the punchline

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Aziz Ansari is an American comedian, actor, writer and filmmaker who helped create the MTV sketch series Human Giant with Rob Huebel, Paul Scheer and director Jason Woliner. He wrote and performed in its fast-moving parodies and recurring pieces, including the Illusionators sketches.

Ansari played Tom Haverford in Parks and Recreation and co-created Master of None with Alan Yang. His work also includes stand-up specials, appearances on Saturday Night Live and the book Modern Romance, written with sociologist Eric Klinenberg. His comedy often examines relationships, social expectations and the everyday effects of technology.

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