National «She’s Funny That Way» Day

National “She’s Funny That Way” Day is an annual American holiday dedicated to female comedians. For a long time, the genre of comedy was predominantly male. This holiday aims to dispel stereotypes and support women who perform in comedies, participate in comedy shows, stand-up, and more. The holiday is observed on March 31.

History

The story of National “She’s Funny That Way” Day is well-known. This holiday was established in 2003 thanks to an initiative by Brenda Meredith. She was a writer who published a book called She’s So Funny. On this day, we celebrate and congratulate all the women who excel in comedy shows, performances, and other comedic endeavors.

It has always been challenging for women to break into the field of comedy. This is mainly due to stereotypes that have persisted for centuries. The genre of comedy originated in Ancient Greece, and the first women to participate in it began to appear only in the 18th century. Over time, the accessibility of the genre to women increased. Female comedians created their own jokes, often careful not to offend male dignity, as they might face negativity from male viewers. This can still be observed today, for example, by reading comments under comedy videos of female performances on platforms like YouTube.

Interesting facts

• Phyllis Diller, Mae West, and Helen Kane are just a few of the many famous female comedians whose performances are worth exploring.
• Many comedians have personal websites where they share their careers, hobbies, achievements, and useful tips. For example, we recommend visiting the websites of Tiffany Haddish and Margaret Cho.

How to celebrate

Watch comedy movies and shows starring female comedians. You can also read the book by Brenda Meredith, who inspired this celebration.

Spread the word on social media. Ask users which female comedians they like best.

When is National “She’s Funny That Way” Day in 2025?

National “She’s Funny That Way” Day is observed on March 31 each year.

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