Get to know this certified DIVA-favourite
BY DIVA STAFF, IMAGE BY COLLEEN E HAYES/NETFLIX
Today (16 July), Netflix released its brand-new golf comedy series starring Will Ferrell. Many DIVA readers were delighted to discover that comedian and actor Fortune Feimster would be playing Sam in the series. But for any readers who are experiencing the delight of discovering the certified butch heartthrob and her signature Southern twang for the first time, here are some facts to help you get to know the iconic comic.
First things first, the astrology gays will want to know her sign
Fortune was born on 1 July 1980, making her a Cancer.
Let’s talk about her life before she became a comic
Before pursuing comedy, she attended Peace College. She was the student body president and captain of the Division III tennis and soccer teams. (It’s no wonder she was interested in this sporty role!). She previously worked as an entertainment blogger and journalist as well.
Her iconic acting credits
From The Mindy Project to The L Word: Generation Q, Fortune has appeared in many of our readers’ fave shows.
Want to hear more from Fortune?
Fortune is one third of the award-winning Handsome podcast, which she co-hosts with fellow comedians and actors Tig Notaro and Mae Martin.
She credits Will Ferrell as being one of her comedy heroes
While in conversation with GMA to promote the series, Fortune opened up about how much she looks up to Will and what it was like filming The Hawk. She also credited golf as being the one sport she knows nothing about.
The Hawk is streaming on Netflix now and you can watch the trailer below
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