Akilah Hughes, a dynamic and multifaceted creative individual, has her roots in Edgewood, Kentucky, a charming town situated in the heart of the Northern Kentucky region.
She went on to further her education at Berea College, a reputable institution of higher learning located in the picturesque town of Berea, Kentucky. After completing her academic tenure, she was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcasting in the year 2010. This significant milestone marked the beginning of her journey towards realizing her professional aspirations, setting the stage for a plethora of opportunities that would soon unfold.
Akilah took a courageous and audacious step in the year 2012, deciding to embark on a new journey by relocating to the bustling metropolis of Brooklyn, New York, with the singular goal of carving out a successful career in the realm of comedy.
This courageous move granted her the esteemed opportunity to attend the highly acclaimed and respected Upright Citizens Brigade, an institution renowned for its rigorous and comprehensive training program, where she was fortunate enough to receive a coveted scholarship, thereby further solidifying her position within the comedy world.
Notable since that pivotal moment, she has authored and featured in an extensive array of videos on her own YouTube channel, concurrently partnering with numerous influential media entities, comprising MTV, Fusion, Vh1, Elite Daily, Oxygen, Allure Magazine, Elle Magazine, and a multitude of other prominent organizations.
Notably, Akilah's extensive online footprint has been accompanied by a notable achievement in the realm of television, as she has had the privilege of contributing to a half-hour comedy series, thereby distinguishing herself as a Sundance Episodic Story Labs Alum.
Additionally, her remarkable writing abilities have garnered significant attention from Penguin's esteemed imprint, Razorbill, which has announced plans to publish her forthcoming book of essays in the upcoming year of 2019.
