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Ali Wong Wins Best Stand-Up Special at Golden Globes: “This Means a Lot”

The Hollywood Reporter
Story by Etan Vlessing
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Trailblazing comedian Ali Wong earns coveted Golden Globe for her raw, vulnerable stand-up special 'Ali Wong: Single Lady' on Netflix.
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  • Wong's win marks a historic first for the stand-up category, which was only introduced at the Golden Globes last year, underscoring the rising prominence of the live comedy special format on streaming platforms.
  • In her acceptance speech, Wong paid tribute to the local San Francisco comedy clubs that helped launch her career, and thanked her best friend Mia Serafino for her unwavering support over the years.
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Ali Wong, Mia Serafino, Ricky Gervais, Jamie Foxx, Nikki Glaser, Seth Meyers, Adam Sandler, Ramy Youssef, Chris Rock, Trevor Noah, Amy Schumer, Sarah Silverman, Wanda Sykes, Netflix, Golden Globes, San Francisco Comedy Club, Ali Wong: Single Lady, Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was, Nikki Glaser: Someday You'll Die, Seth Meyers: Dad Man Walking, Adam Sandler: Love You, Ramy Youssef: More Feelings
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