US Comedian Dina Hashem Ventures into TV with Animated Series
LOS ANGELES: Brace yourselves as the US Egyptian Moroccan comedian Dina Hashem, renowned for her razor-sharp cynical wit, makes a leap from the standup stage to television screens with the upcoming animated series “#1 Happy Family US,” created by Golden Globe-winner Ramy Youssef in collaboration with Amazon.
Prepare to dive into the world of a US-based Muslim family post the September 11 terrorist attack, with Hashem lending her voice to the character of Lammy, a lamb in the series.
The show’s premise delves into the experiences of a Muslim-American family navigating the early 2000s, described as a time marked by fear, war, and the rapid rise of the boy-band industrial complex.
Setting herself apart from other comedians, Hashem’s standup routine is a blend of her cynical take on life, marriage, her Arab upbringing, and the nuances of living in America.
Delving deeper into familial dynamics and personal struggles, Hashem’s humor stands out amidst a landscape dominated by comedians addressing societal prejudices.
Reflecting on her journey, Hashem revealed her struggles with communication due to anxiety and mental health issues during her upbringing.
Currently, Hashem is lending her writing talents to “The Daily Show” and has contributed to the HBO Max comedy series “The Sex Lives of College Girls.”