Producers born on May 17

Take a focused look at the producers born on May 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1984 Lena Waithe

  Lena Waithe is an American screenwriter, producer, and actress known for her poignant storytelling and groundbreaking contributions to television. She gained widespread recognition for her work on the series 'Master of None,' becoming the first Black woman to win the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. [bio]