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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
Nasim Pedrad, born on November 18, 1981, in Tehran, Iran, is an Iranian-American actress and comedian best known for her work on "Saturday Night Live" (SNL). She is the daughter of Parviz Pedrad and Arasteh Amani. In 1984, her family emigrated to the United States, settling in Irvine, California.
Pedrad is the older sister of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nina_Pedrad">comedy writer</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nina_Pedrad">Nina Pedrad</a>. She attended University High School in Irvine before enrolling at the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television. She graduated in 2003 and was also a performer with the UCLA Spring Sing Company during her college years.

<h2>Personal Life</h2>
Nasim Pedrad holds dual Iranian and American citizenship. Standing at 5 feet 4 inches tall, she maintains a relatively low public profile. She is of Middle Eastern ethnicity and often avoids the media spotlight regarding personal details.
As of current public knowledge, Pedrad is not married and does not have children. There have been no confirmed reports of her dating life. Her net worth is estimated to be approximately $3 million, earned primarily through her work in film and television. She is active on several social media platforms, including Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

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<h2>Early Career and Comedy</h2>
Pedrad's early career began in sketch comedy and improv. She performed with The Groundlings, a well-known Los Angeles-based improvisational troupe. She also created and starred in a one-woman show titled "Me, Myself & Iran" at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in Los Angeles. The show gained critical acclaim and was selected for the HBO Comedy Festival in Las Vegas.
In addition, she received the LA Weekly Best Comedic Performance of the Year Award for her performance in "After School Specials."

<h2>Rise on Television: Saturday Night Live</h2>
Pedrad appeared in guest roles on television series such as "<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilmore_Girls">Gilmore Girls</a>," "The Winner," "ER," and "It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia." Her big break came in 2009 when she joined the cast of "Saturday Night Live." She made history as the first female Middle Eastern cast member on the show. She remained part of the SNL cast until 2014, featuring prominently in sketches and gaining recognition for her range of comedic characters.
After leaving SNL in 2014, Pedrad joined the cast of the sitcom "<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Mulaney">Mulaney</a>," which aired briefly before its cancellation in 2015.

<h2>Film and Voice Work</h2>
Parallel to her television success, Pedrad took on supporting roles in various films. These include appearances in "No Strings Attached," "The Dictator," "The Lorax," "Despicable Me 2," and "Cooties." She has also lent her voice to animated projects, further showcasing her versatility.

<h2>Recent Work and Projects</h2>
In 2015, Pedrad made a guest appearance on the TV series "New Girl." She later joined the cast of the comedy-horror series "Scream Queens," playing the role of Gigi Caldwell. Over the years, she has continued to take on diverse roles in both live-action and animated series, including contributions to "Allen Gregory," "The Awesomes," and "TripTank."

<h2>Film Appearances</h2>
The 73 Virgins
A Thousand Words
No Strings Attached
The Dictator
The Lorax
Despicable Me 2
Cooties

<h2>Television Appearances</h2>
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilmore_Girls">Gilmore Girls</a>
The Winner
ER
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
Saturday Night Live
Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday
Allen Gregory
The Awesomes
TripTank
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Mulaney">Mulaney</a>
New Girl
Scream Queens

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