Biography
Margaret Moran Cho (born December 5, 1968) is an American comedian, fashion designer, actress, author, and recording artist. Cho is best known for her stand-up routines, through which she critiques social and political problems, especially those pertaining to race and sexuality. She has also directed and appeared in music videos and has her own clothing line. She has frequently supported LGBT rights and has won awards for her humanitarian efforts on behalf of women, the transgender community, Asians, and the LGBT community. As an actress she has played more serious parts, such as that of John Travolta's long-suffering FBI colleague in the action movie Face/Off. She co-starred as Teri Lee, a paralegal assistant, 8on Lifetime's drama series Drop Dead Diva.
Acted in 118
2020s
- 2026
The King of Black Goo
Opulence Montenegro
By the Roots
Janine Sorrel
- 2025
- 2024
Dolly Parton's Pet Gala
Movie
- 2023
Gianna
Kimberly
- 2022
Dr. Jackie
Margaret Cho · 1 episode
Queer Riot
Movie
I, Challenger
June
- 2021
Tara, Messenger of Death
Ms. Corrigan
The Sixth Reel
Doris
Koreatown Ghost Story
Mrs. Moon
- 2020
2010s
- 2019
Undateable John
Hilda
Trixie Mattel: Skinny Legend
Margaret Cho
- 2018
This Close
Zagat · 1 episode
- 2017
Alaska Is a Drag
Jan
Curtain Down
The Mentor
- 2016
The girls I know... get their hands dirty.
Mom (voice)
Ellie Kemper: Unbreakable Comedy Gala
Movie
- 2015
Adventures in Comedy
Movie
Senior Project
Ms. Ghetty
Metropolis
TV
- 2013
Wedding Palace
The Shaman
In Transition
Tawny Kim
- 2011
- 2010
The Fran Drescher Show
TV
2000s
- 2009
The Snake
The Expert
- 2008
Prop 8: The Musical
California Gays and The People That Love Them
Underbelly
Movie
- 2007
Girltrash!
Min Suk
Girltrash!
Min Suk · 11 episodes
Dresden Dolls: Live at the Roundhouse London
Movie
- 2006
My Name is Jackie Beat
Movie
Falling for Grace
Janie
- 2005
Bam Bam and Celeste
Celeste / Mommy
- 2004
1990s
- 1999
$pent
Travel Agent
Can't Stop Dancing
JoJo
The Tavern
Carol
- 1998
The Thin Pink Line
Asia Blue / Terry
- 1997
Sweethearts
Noreen
- 1996
It's My Party
Charlene Lee
C Bear and Jamal
TV
- 1995
- 1994
Attack of the 5 Ft. 2 Women
Connie Tong
Margaret Cho: HBO Comedy Half-Hour
Movie
HBO Comedy Half-Hour: Margaret Cho
Movie
Angie
Admissions Nurse #2
- 1993
- 1992
No release date
Ron Forever
Gloria
Better Life
Movie
Wrote 7
2010s
- 2015
2000s
- 2009
Margaret Cho: Beautiful
Writer
- 2005
Margaret Cho: Assassin
Writer
Bam Bam and Celeste
Writer
- 2004
Margaret Cho: CHO Revolution
Writer
- 2002
Margaret Cho: Notorious C.H.O.
Writer
- 2000
Margaret Cho: I'm the One That I Want
Writer
Produced 6
2020s
- 2025
TURA!
Executive Producer
- 2021
Koreatown Ghost Story
Producer
2010s
- 2013
In Transition
Executive Producer
Ian Harvie: Superhero
Executive Producer
2000s
- 2005
Bam Bam and Celeste
Producer
No release date
Ron Forever
Executive Producer
Other crew 1
Appearances106
2020s
- 2025
TURA!
Narrator (voice)
- 2024
Squid Game: The Official Podcast
Self - Guest · 1 episode
- 2023
No One Asked You
Self
- 2022
The Wheel
Self - Expert · 1 episode
Sex with Sue
Self
- 2021
The Celebrity Dating Game
Self · 1 episode
What's My Game?
Self - Contestant · 1 episode
The Alaska Thunderfuck Extra Special Comedy Special
Self
- 2020
Tournament of Laughs
Self · 1 episode
Mae West: Dirty Blonde
Self
House Hunters Comedians On Couches: Unfiltered
Self - Guest Star · 1 episode
Feeding America Comedy Festival
Self
The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU
Self
2010s
- 2019
- 2018
Unapologetic with Aisha Tyler
Self · 1 episode
Bloodlines: The Art and Life of Vincent Castiglia
Self
- 2017
This Is Bob Hope...
Self
Katy Perry: Will You Be My Witness?
Self
Everybody Has an Andy Dick Story
Self
Truth & Iliza
Self · 1 episode
- 2016
Original Sin: Sex
Self · 1 episode
- 2015
Do I Sound Gay?
Self
World's Funniest Fails
Self - Panelist · 1 episode
- 2014
Lennon or McCartney
Self
- 2013
- 2012
See a Little Light: A Celebration of the Music and Legacy of Bob Mould
Self
The Burn with Jeff Ross
Self · 1 episode
It Gets Better
Self
- 2011
Conan O'Brien Can't Stop
Self
Miss Representation
Self
- 2010
Gaze
Self (archive footage)
The Green Room with Paul Provenza
Self · 1 episode
I Am Comic
Self
2000s
- 2009
Margaret Cho: Beautiful
Self
How Bruce Lee Changed the World
Self
Annul Victory
Self
- 2008
Celebrity Family Feud
Self · 1 episode
- 2005
Margaret Cho: Assassin
Herself
- 2004
Margaret Cho: CHO Revolution
Herself
- 2003
Richard Pryor: I Ain't Dead Yet, #*%$#@!!
Self
- 2002
Dawn French's Girls Who Do Comedy
Self · 3 episodes
Margaret Cho: Notorious C.H.O.
Herself
Miss America
Self
- 2000
Margaret Cho: I'm the One That I Want
Herself
1990s
- 1999
Funny Is Money
Self
- 1998
The N.Y. Friars Club Roast of Drew Carey
Self
- 1997
- 1996
Pulp Comics
herself · 1 episode
- 1994
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade
Self
- 1993
1980s
- 1989
1/2 Hour Comedy Hour
self · 1 episode
- 1986
