Some sitcoms seem destined to become classics of the genre. These are the shows that have a light touch but nevertheless manage to capture something unique. Abbott Elementary is one of these series, and it seems clear by this point that it will come to be regarded as one of the best sitcoms of the 2020s.
Part of what makes the series so extraordinary is the creative power behind it, Quinta Brunson. Those who enjoy the series will be glad to know that Brunson is just as fascinating as Janine, the character that she plays.
She Has Authored A Book
Part of what makes Janine such a likable character in the ABC show is that, even though she is often enthusiastic and sometimes a little overbearing, she’s still willing to be self-reflexive about her personality. This is very much in keeping with Brunson’s personality, as can be seen with the tone of her book, She Memes Well: Essays. The book is a very funny volume, but it’s also one that allows the reader to get a sense of her motivations and what motivates her creative activities.
She Was On The First Season Of A Black Lady Sketch Show
Before she appeared on Abbott Elementary, Brunson was very familiar with viewers from her appearance on A Black Lady Sketch Show, in which she was a notable star. In addition to being a very humorous show, it often featured strong writing that left the viewer with something to think about once the sketch had concluded. This was one of the first indications that Brunson had the makings of a very strong comedic voice, which she would put to good use in Abbott Elementary.
She Used To Work For Buzzfeed
Like many other actors, Brunson has pursued a number of different ventures over the years. In addition to working in retail, she also spent some time at the website Buzzfeed. She was a video producer for the company, as well as doing some freelance work for them. Even at this early stage in her career, it was clear that she had a very keen sense of what makes comedy work. She left the company in 2018, but it’s easy to see how it played a key role in her career.
She Built Her Online Fandom On Instagram
This is, of course, the age of the internet and of influencers, so it makes sense that Brunson would be one of those who was able to make an impact on the internet because of her Instagram presence. What began as a single funny video on the social media platform soon became a series, and this was in many ways the true beginning of Brunson’s internet fame. She is a stellar example of someone who was able to leverage her internet fame into something more lasting and ultimately meaningful.
She Was In A Pilot For A Series On The CW
After building up her online presence, Brunson soon began to demonstrate a skill for pitching and developing new ideas for television series. One of her first projects was for the CW, and it was entitled The End of the World As We Know It.
Unfortunately, the network declined to pick up the series, but such a setback clearly didn’t deter Brunson, given that she would go on to create a series that is quickly coming to be regarded as one of the best feel-good series of the decade.
She Had A Role On iZombie
There have been many extraordinary series on the CW, but few were quite as unique as iZombie. The series focused on a doctor who, after turning into a zombie, eats the brains of murder victims in order to use their memories to solve crimes. Brunson had a recurring role during the series’ last season, playing the character of Dr. Charli Collier. Even though it was a relatively minor role, she still managed to make quite an impression.
She Has Multiple Roles On Abbott Elementary
Though she is most well-known for playing the character of Janine on the series Abbott Elementary, the truth is that she actually fulfills multiple roles on the hit comedy series. In addition to starring, she is also a co-executive producer and a writer.
This clearly shows that her earlier experiences in various parts of the industry allowed her to develop the skills necessary to turn her vision into a reality, and it demonstrates that she is truly an extraordinary talent both in front of and behind the camera.
She Is Actually From Philadelphia
There have been many great TV series and movies set in Philadelphia. It is almost always the case that the creators of such series imbue their work with an obvious affection for their home city, with all of its unique charms and shortcomings. This is also true of Quinta, who is actually a native of the city, having been born in West Philadelphia. Her familiarity with the city is very much in evidence in the series, which shows an acute understanding of this particular urban environment.
She Named Abbott Elementary After One Of Her Teachers
TV is full of notable teachers, the type of people that students in the real world would gladly have as their instructors. It’s clear by this point that all of the teachers that inhabit Abbott Elementary are just these kinds of people, and they clearly love all of their students and want what’s best for them. This shouldn’t be surprising, however, given that Brunson apparently named the series after a teacher that inspired her in in her own life.
She Studied At Temple University
In addition to her other experiences, Brunson also spent time pursuing a higher education at Temple University. Temple is, of course, one of the most prestigious universities in Philadelphia. However, she also pursued a number of other opportunities, including taking an improv class and attended classes at Second City. Ultimately, of course, she left university to pursue comedy full-time, a decision that has clearly paid dividends for her.