Lily Tomlin is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer. She was born on September 1, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, to parents Lillie Mae Ford and Guy Tomlin.
Tomlin attended Wayne State University in Detroit, where she studied biology. She then transferred to the University of Detroit, where she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1961.
After college, Tomlin moved to New York City to pursue a career in entertainment. She began performing stand-up comedy in Greenwich Village and quickly gained a following. In 1969, she made her television debut on “The Garry Moore Show.”
Tomlin is best known for her work on the sketch comedy show “Laugh-In,” which aired from 1968 to 1973. She has also appeared in numerous films, including “Nashville,” “9 to 5,” and “Grandma.” Tomlin has won numerous awards for her work, including four Primetime Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and a Grammy Award.
Lily Tomlin parents: Meet Lillie Mae Ford and Guy Tomlin
Tomlin’s mother, Lillie Mae Ford, was a nurse’s aide and a housekeeper, while her father, Guy Tomlin, was a factory worker. Tomlin’s parents were both Southern Baptists, and she grew up in a working-class neighborhood in Detroit.
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