In 1978, she moved to Los Angeles, where she studied drama at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute and became a member of the improvisational comedy troupe The Groundlings. She has also appeared in supporting roles in films.
In 20, Griffin won Primetime Emmy Awards for her reality show Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List. Kathleen Mary Griffin (born November 4, 1960) is an American comedian and actress who has starred in television comedy specials and has released comedy albums.