In a significant milestone for comedian Leanne Morgan, her Netflix series, “Leanne,” has been renewed for a second season, marking a high point in her career. During an appearance on the Nov. 16 episode of “Sunday Sitdown,” Morgan expressed her excitement about the show’s success, recounting a congratulatory call from comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld. He praised her achievement of landing a sitcom that shares her name, a rarity in the entertainment industry, and placed her in the company of iconic figures like Bob Newhart, Mary Tyler Moore, and Lucille Ball.
Morgan’s journey to success was not without challenges. After graduating from the University of Tennessee, she initially set aside her comedic ambitions to start a family with her husband, Chuck. While selling jewelry at home parties, she began sharing humorous anecdotes from her life, including topics like motherhood and her husband’s obliviousness to the nighttime cries of their baby. This relatable humor resonated with those around her, prompting encouragement to pursue stand-up comedy more seriously.
Balancing family and her burgeoning comedy career, Morgan took to the stage at comedy clubs whenever possible, despite facing numerous rejections. Reflecting on those early days, she revealed, “I just felt like I was never one of the cool kids.” The turning point came when she decided to hire social media experts at the age of 54, a decision that propelled her career into a new realm of success. Suddenly, comedy clubs across the country began reaching out to her, eager to book performances after previously passing her over.
Morgan humorously described how her reputation transformed from being seen as a non-ticket seller to a hot commodity in the comedy scene, noting how much she enjoyed selling out venues nationwide. This newfound popularity ultimately led to her Netflix special deals and the creation of her series “Leanne,” along with two other specials, “I’m Every Woman” and “Unspeakable Things.”
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As she navigates her busy schedule filled with shows and projects, Morgan finds herself reflecting on the journey that brought her to this moment. She emphasized the importance of timing in her life, appreciating the years spent raising her children and cherishing the life experiences that now fuel her comedy. “I look back on it and I think, it was wonderful timing,” she remarked, expressing gratitude for the rich, full life she has lived, which resonates with audiences everywhere.
