Aisha Naomi Tyler was born on September 18, 1970, in San Francisco, California, United States. She is an American actress, comedian, director, producer, and writer. Her parents are Robin Gregory, a teacher, and Jim Tyler, a photographer. Her parents separated when she was ten years old, after which she was raised by her father.
Tyler attended McAteer High School in San Francisco, where she developed a passion for comedy and acting. She actively participated in school plays and stand-up comedy events, receiving early praise for her performances. She later graduated from Dartmouth College, where she was involved in student activism and performed with an a cappella group to raise awareness of social issues.
Aisha Tyler married attorney Jeff Tietjens in 1992. The couple parted ways and finalized their divorce in 2017. Although they had hoped to have children, they were ultimately unable to do so and later chose not to continue trying. Both Aisha and Jeff were home-brewing enthusiasts and shared a fondness for craft beer during their marriage.
Tyler began her professional career in advertising before transitioning into stand-up comedy. Her comedic talent quickly gained attention, allowing her to perform at venues around the world. In 1996, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting more seriously.
Her early television appearances included roles in shows such as Grand Avenue, Nash Bridges, and The Pretender. She gained wider recognition as a host on Talk Soup and The Fifth Wheel, which helped establish her as a versatile on-screen personality. Her stage performance in the play Moose Mating earned her critical acclaim and a theater award.
Aisha Tyler solidified her place in television history with notable recurring roles in hit series like Friends, where she played the character Charlie Wheeler, and as a guest star in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, 24, and Ghost Whisperer. These performances further highlighted her acting range and ability to adapt across genres.
Her career spans more than 40 television roles and appearances in about 15 films. She has consistently received praise for her charisma, humor, and depth in both comedic and dramatic parts.
| Birth Date: | 18 Sep, 1970 |
| Age: | 49 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | San Francisco |
| Education: | Dartmouth College Ruth Asawa San Francisco School of the Arts |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American actor and director |
| Twitter Id: | Aishatyler |
