The popular stand-up comedian is headlining her own Netflix sitcom, “Leanne,” co-created by Chuck Lorre (“Two and a Half Men,” “The Big Bang Theory”). Lori talks to Leanne Morgan about Season 2 and more.
Leanne Morgan (2026)
SIDEWALKS host Lori Rosales talks to Leanne Morgan, the stand-up comedian and star of the Netflix sitcom “Leanne.” She discusses the comedy’s second season with guest appearances, her work with Chuck Lorre’s team on the series, the heartfelt connection she has with her fans, and her book “What in the World?!”
PLEASE NOTE: This is an alternative version of the interview and differs slightly from the original TV broadcast. Host segments have been rearranged, and some promotional clips have been removed for this online version.
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Mini-Biography:
Born on October 3, 1965, in Adams, Tennessee, Leanne Morgan is a stand-up comedian, actress, and author. She began her comedy career in her 30s after moving to Bean Station, Tennessee, selling jewelry door-to-door and making clients laugh with stories about motherhood and domestic life. Following decades of touring the club circuit and releasing popular comedy specials, Morgan achieved mainstream stardom with her hit 2023 Netflix special “Leanne Morgan: I’m Every Woman.” Beyond stand-up, she published her memoir “What in the World?!” in 2024 and expanded into acting, co-starring in the comedy film “You’re Cordially Invited” alongside Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell and starring in the Chuck Lorre-produced Netflix sitcom “Leanne.”
Official Site: Netflix
Interview Credits:
- Recorded: August 31 2026
- Host / Producer: Lori Rosales
- Host / Editor: Richard R. Lee
- Special Thanks To: Netflix, Chuck Lorre Productions, Warner Bros. Television