Lori Tan Chinn

Lori Tan Chinn, born in the late 1940s, is an American actress and comedian who made her mark on Broadway in 1970 as Miss Higa Jiga in "Lovely Ladies, Kind Gentlemen." Beyond the stage, she was a prominent dancer with the Katherine Dunham Company and studied African dance under Syvilla Fort. Chinn's television career includes recurring roles on Netflix's "Orange Is the New Black" and a memorable stint as Awkwafina's grandmother on Comedy Central from 2020 to 2023, showcasing her versatility and enduring presence in the entertainment industry.