Retta
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Marietta Sirleaf, better known simply as Retta, is an American stand-up comedian and actress. She is mainly known for her starring role as Donna Meagle on NBC's Parks and Recreation. She has appeared in several films and television shows, and has performed stand-up on Comedy Central's Premium Blend. Retta is from New Jersey, and graduated from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. She started working in the pharmaceutical research field before moving to Los Angeles, California, to pursue a career in comedy.Retta started performing stand-up comedy in 1996, although she said she did not start "earning money" until 1998, when she started touring on the college circuit. Retta said she used to get "really nauseated" before a performance, but that the feeling passed with experience.Retta has said her stand-up material tends to be slightly embellished stories from her regular everyday life, family, and friends. She has also made jokes about her obesity. Retta has stated she would give up stand-up comedy for a full-time acting career if possible: "I'm not married to stand-up, just because it's a road thing. It's very lonely with all the traveling.
Known for
ActingBirthday
July 12, 1978Gender
FemaleKnown Movie Credits
31Place of birth
New Jersey, U.S.Also known as
Retta Sirleaf, Marietta Sirleaf, Marietta Sangai SirleafCast credits
Slackers
BrunaDickie Roberts: Former Child Star
Sad Eye SadieSex and Death 101
Ethel Walters (#100)Sex Ed
SydneyKissing Cousins
Shawna the ChefOther People
NinaOperator
Pauline 'Roger' RogersFather Figures
AnnieAlvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip
Party PlannerMuffin Top: A Love Story
LeahFirst Sunday
RobertaDragon Wars: D-War
Receptionist NurseCome Simi
Nurse LippsWhere's the Money
RobertaBand Aid
CarolTo the Bone
LoboThe Lego Ninjago Movie
Maggie the Cheerleader (voice)Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life
Ida StrickerA Legendary Christmas with John & Chrissy
SelfGood Boys
Lucas' MomA Parks and Recreation Special
Donna Meagle