The provided text is an excerpt from a Wikipedia article dedicated to the life and career of Wanda Sykes, an American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer. This single source offers a comprehensive biographical overview, starting with her early life, education at Hampton University, and initial work at the National Security Agency before detailing her extensive career timeline spanning from the 1990s to the 2020s. Key sections include her work as a writer on The Chris Rock Show, her various roles in film and television (such as Curb Your Enthusiasm and The Upshaws), her personal life including her marriage and activism for LGBT rights, and a detailed list of her filmography, discography, and numerous awards and nominations.