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Amber Mildred Ruffin (born January 9, 1979) is an American comedian, writer and actress. She hosted her own late-night talk show titled The Amber Ruffin Show on Peacock. She has been a writer for Late Night with Seth Meyers since 2014. When she joined the show she became the first Black woman to write for a late-night network talk show in the United States.



In January 2021, she co-authored a book with her sister Lacey Lamar titled You'll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey: Crazy Stories about Racism which made the New York Times Best Seller list. They released a second book, The World Record Book of Racist Stories, in 2022. In 2022, Ruffin and her writing partner Jenny Hagel co-founded their production company Straight to Cards under their overall deal with Universal Television.

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Bigfoot! A New Musical
 
[Off-Broadway, 2026]
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The Wiz
 
[US Tour, 2025]
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The WizThe Wiz
 
[Broadway, 2024]
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The WizThe Wiz
 
[US Tour, 2023]
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Awards and Nominations


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Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Amber RuffinSome Like it Hot

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Amber RuffinSome Like it Hot

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Book of a Musical

Amber RuffinSome Like It Hot

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Immersive Theatrical Experience FIGHT BACK Adds Three More Presentations Photo
Immersive Theatrical Experience FIGHT BACK Adds Three More Presentations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026

Fight Back, the immersive theatrical experience created by David Wise has added three additional presentations, set to take place in New York City in May.
BEETLEJUICE, THE WIZ, and More Set For Playhouse Square 2026-27 Broadway In Akron Ser Photo
BEETLEJUICE, THE WIZ, and More Set For Playhouse Square 2026-27 Broadway In Akron Series
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Playhouse Square announced the 2026-27 Broadway in Akron season, featuring BEETLEJUICE, THE BODYGUARD, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, and THE WIZ at E.J. Thomas Hall. Season packages range from $95 to $380.
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2025 Theatre Season Award Winners Photo
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2025 Theatre Season Award Winners
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026

The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the 2025 Season Award winners. Award recipients, finalists, and the greater Los Angeles professional theatre community will take part in a live reception event. See the full list of winners here.
MEXODUS and PRINCE F*GGOT Lead 2026 Lucille Lortel Nominations Photo
MEXODUS and PRINCE F*GGOT Lead 2026 Lucille Lortel Nominations
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 1, 2026

Nominations for the 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the  only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – were  announced by Amber Gray and Harvey Guillén. Check out the full list of nominees here!
Review: THE WIZ at Marcus Performing Arts Center Photo
Review: THE WIZ at Marcus Performing Arts Center
by Sofia Ascorbe - Mar 30, 2026

Hilariously and smartly reimagined with the help of comedian Amber Ruffin, The Wiz debuts as an all-new tour but still carries a score filled with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk.
2026/27 Broadway in Wilmington Season to Feature SIX, THE WIZ and More Photo
2026/27 Broadway in Wilmington Season to Feature SIX, THE WIZ and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026

The Playhouse on Rodney Square will host the 2026/27 Broadway in Wilmington season featuring premieres of Six and The Wiz, among others. Subscriptions are now available.
Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville Photo
Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 23, 2026

What did our critic think of SOME LIKE IT HOT at Walton Arts Center?
Interview: Edward Juvier of SOME LIKE IT HOT at Hobby Center For The Performing Arts Photo
Interview: Edward Juvier of SOME LIKE IT HOT at Hobby Center For The Performing Arts
by Armando Urdiales - Mar 19, 2026

In this conversation, Juvier reflects on stepping into a role made famous by Joe E. Brown, while honoring the fresh perspective brought to the musical by writers Matthew López and Amber Ruffin. He shares how he balances the character’s larger-than-life humor with grounded truth, the surprising emotional depth he’s discovered in Osgood, and the joy of connecting with audiences across the country—including a meaningful return to his hometown of Houston.
Photos: Ars Nova Honors Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers at NOVA BALL Photo
Photos: Ars Nova Honors Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers at NOVA BALL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2026

Nova Ball, Ars Nova's annual fundraiser, recently honored Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers. Guests included Seth Meyers, Amber Ruffin, Jeff Hiller, Larry Owens, Brandon Kyle Goodman, and more. Check out photos here!
Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2025 Season Award Finalists Photo
Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2025 Season Award Finalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026

The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the Finalists for its 2025 Season Awards honoring significant achievements in each of the Circle’s season award categories.
Manhattan Theatre Club to Honor The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation at Spring Gala Hosted Photo
Manhattan Theatre Club to Honor The Alfred P. Sloan Foundation at Spring Gala Hosted by Amber Ruffin
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026

Manhattan Theatre Club's 2026 Spring Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street will honor the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and be hosted by Amber Ruffin. The funds raised will help MTC continue to develop and produce the highest quality of new work.
SINNERS, THE STUDIO & More Win 2026 Writers Guild Awards Photo
SINNERS, THE STUDIO & More Win 2026 Writers Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 9, 2026

Sinners, The Studio, One Battle After Another, The Pitt, and more were honored at the 78th Annual Writers Guild Awards on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at ceremonies in Los Angeles and New York. Take a look at the full list of nominees and wins here.
What to Watch in March: WICKED: FOR GOOD, AMERICAN CLASSIC, and Other Theater Highlig Photo
What to Watch in March: WICKED: FOR GOOD, AMERICAN CLASSIC, and Other Theater Highlights
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026

To mark the arrival of spring, there are plenty of new things for Broadway fans to watch, including the theater series American Classic, Maggie Gyllenhaal's The Bride! and the streaming debuts of Wicked: For Good and Hamnet.
Review Roundup: BIGFOOT! A NEW MUSICAL Off-Broadway Photo
Review Roundup: BIGFOOT! A NEW MUSICAL Off-Broadway
by Gillian Blum - Mar 2, 2026

BIGFOOT! A NEW MUSICAL opened Off-Broadway at New York City Center Stage, and critics are sharing their reviews of the new musical comedy, running now.
Tony-Winner Ben Platt to Join THEATER ADULT With Gianmarco Soresi At Joe’s Pub Photo
Tony-Winner Ben Platt to Join THEATER ADULT With Gianmarco Soresi At Joe’s Pub
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026

Ben Platt will appear as a special guest at Theater Adult with Gianmarco Soresi at Joe’s Pub in New York City. The sold-out March 3 performance continues the recurring live comedy series celebrating theater culture.
Rose-Ingrid Benjamin to Debut WHITE AS SNOW at NYC Fringe This April Photo
Rose-Ingrid Benjamin to Debut WHITE AS SNOW at NYC Fringe This April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

Lakou Loulouz will present White As Snow written and performed by Rose-Ingrid Benjamin, directed by Kyle Brown, featuring musical direction and compositions by Katie James.
Photos: Grey Henson, Crystal Lucas-Perry and More in BIGFOOT! Off-Broadway Photo
Photos: Grey Henson, Crystal Lucas-Perry and More in BIGFOOT! Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026

You can now get a first look at produciton photos of the Off-Broadway musical Bigfoot!, now playing at New York City Center Stage. The show features Grey Henson and more.
Video: Grey Henson, Crystal Lucas-Perry and More in BIGFOOT! Off-Broadway Photo
Video: Grey Henson, Crystal Lucas-Perry and More in BIGFOOT! Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2026

You can now get a first look at footage from the new Off-Broadway musical Bigfoot!, now in previews at New York City Center Stage I. The production is written by Amber Ruffin, Kevin Sciretta, and David A. Schmoll.
Video: Amber Ruffin Talks Relevance of BIGFOOT! A NEW MUSICAL on THE VIEW Photo
Video: Amber Ruffin Talks Relevance of BIGFOOT! A NEW MUSICAL on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 19, 2026

Writer Amber Ruffin recently visited The View to discuss Bigfoot! A New Musical, which is currently in previews off-Broadway at New York City Center. Watch the segment now.
Video: Grey Henson Shows Up in BIGFOOT! Costume for TODAY Visit Photo
Video: Grey Henson Shows Up in BIGFOOT! Costume for TODAY Visit
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2026

On Friday morning, Bigfoot! star Grey Henson donned his furry costume for a visit to TODAY, appearing on the morning show alongside writer Amber Ruffin to promote the new musical. Watch their interview and see Henson in costume now.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Amber Ruffin written?

Amber Ruffin has written 2 shows including Some Like It Hot (Bookwriter), Bigfoot! A New Musical (Writer).

What awards has Amber Ruffin been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Some Like it Hot, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Some Like it Hot and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Some Like It Hot.

What awards has Amber Ruffin won?

Amber Ruffin has won the Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Some Like It Hot.

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