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Franchesca Ramsey Scores Comedy Central Pilot

The funny woman and activist could be Comedy Central's next late-night host!
Franchesca Ramsey Scores Comedy Central Pilot
Franchesca Ramsey
By Sydney Scott · Updated October 26, 2020

Congrats are in order for Franchesca Ramsey!

The YouTube star and activist is set to become Comedy Central’s first Black female host! The network ordered an untitled pilot, which will explore identity, according to Vanity Fair. Ramsey will executive produce and host the pilot.

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Ramsey will reportedly sit down with a variety of guests and comedians for her new late night gig and break down some of Americas’ cultural issues. 

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It’s a role that Ramsey has definitely earned through her viral YouTube videos, comedy, and activism. Ramsey was bubbling with excitement when she made the announcement on Twitter. 

OK! here it is....I'm exec producing a pilot for my OWN LATE NIGHT SHOW ON COMEDY FREAKING CENTRAL!!! https://t.co/e1W4l1JZJR pic.twitter.com/m9yI5eTjIj

— Franchesca Ramsey (@chescaleigh) April 18, 2017

We wish her the best of luck with the pilot!

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