Mae Martin Biography
Mae Martin is a Canadian comedian, actor, and screenwriter. Martin is famous for writing and appearing in the Netflix comedy TV series Feel Good (2020). They received a nomination for the BAFTA TV Award for Best Female Comedy Performance for their work on Feel Good. Martin contributed as both story editor and contributing writer to the CBC hit all-female comedy "Baroness Von Sketch Show" (2017), displaying their versatile talents. With an impressive presence on the international comedy scene, Martin has embarked on extensive tours across Europe and the United States, accumulating accolades, including multiple Canadian Comedy Awards as part of the comedy troupe The Young and the Useless.
Mae Martin Famous For
- Being a Canadian comedian, actress, and writer.
- For co-creating, co-writing, and starring in the Channel 4/Netflix comedy series Feel Good.
Mae Martin Family
Mae Martin, born on May 2, 1987, hails from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Martin holds Canadian nationality and belongs to the Canadian-British ethnicity. They celebrated their 36th birthday in 2023. Mae Pearl Martin is their birth name. Martin is the offspring of his parents, Wendy Martin and James Chatto. His mum is a writer and teacher while his dad is a former actor, musician, and food writer. Raised in a household filled with the influence of British and American comedy classics, Martin, along with their older brother, experienced an open-minded and accepting upbringing in the embrace of ex-hippie parents.
Baptized on the Greek island of Corfu, where the family resided for several years, Martin attended an all-girls school in Toronto. Their journey into comedy began at an early age, witnessing their first comedy show at 11 and joining the comedy troupe The Young and the Useless at 13. Demonstrating a commitment to their craft, Martin made the bold decision to drop out of school at 15, dedicating themselves to a full-time pursuit of comedy.
Mae Martin Career
- Mae Martin's illustrious career took flight in Canada at the age of 13, when they joined the three-person comedy troupe, The Young and the Useless.
- Working at The Second City comedy club, Martin not only manned the box office but also honed their skills as a stand-up comedian.
- At 16, they became the youngest-ever nominee for the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award.
- Their Canadian contributions include writing for the award-winning sketch comedy series Baroness von Sketch Show.
- In 2011, Martin ventured to London, where their 2015 Edinburgh Fringe Festival show, "Mae Martin: Us," paved the way for the BBC Radio 4 series "Mae Martin's Guide to 21st Century Sexuality."
- Their critically acclaimed show, "Dope," debuted in 2017, exploring addiction in various forms and culminating in a Netflix comedy special.
- Beyond stand-up, Martin delved into literature, releasing the YA book "Can Everyone Please Calm Down? A Guide to 21st Century Sexuality" in 2019.
- The following year, they co-created, wrote, and starred in the Channel 4 comedy series "Feel Good," delving into themes of relationships, queerness, addiction, and privilege.
- In 2022 and 2023, Martin expanded their repertoire with appearances in "LOL: Last One Laughing Canada" and the HBO Max series "The Flight Attendant."
- Notably, Martin showcased their comedic prowess as the winner of series 15 of the Channel 4 comedy game show Taskmaster in 2023.
Mae Martin Net Worth
Mae Martin, a multifaceted talent, has established themselves as a comedian, actress, model, and theatre artist. With a net worth of $5 million, their primary source of income stems from the entertainment industry, notably deriving earnings from movies and TV shows. Currently, Martin boasts an annual salary exceeding $500,000. Beyond the screen, they augment their financial portfolio through lucrative sponsorships, advertisements, and endorsements, collaborating with various fashion brands and enterprises. Mae Martin's thriving career and diversified revenue streams have enabled them to embrace a lavish lifestyle.
Mae Martin Personal Life
Mae Martin is currently unmarried but happily committed to a relationship. Since December 2023, Martin has been romantically involved with their partner, Parvati Shallow who is a TV personality by profession. The confirmation of their relationship was shared with the public through a heartfelt Instagram post, marking the beginning of a chapter in Mae Martin's journey alongside their partner Parvati Shallow. Their sexual orientation is non-binary. Martin came out publicly as non-binary in 2021. Martin uses they/them pronouns. In June 2021, Martin described themself as "a queer person". Martin shared that they had top surgery in late 2021.
Mae Martin Height
Mae Martin, the stylish comedian, stands at a height of 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) with a weight of 55 kg (121 lbs). Sporting short blonde hair that complements their distinctive features, Martin possesses large almond-shaped expressive blue eyes, a defined jawline, and sharp features that add to their unique charm and presence. They have a slim body type with an attractive personality.
