(Born Nov. 04, 1960) Kathy Griffin is a Emmy Award-winning American stand-up comedian, television personality, and actress. A self-proclaimed "D-list celebrity," Griffin gained recognition first for her supporting role on NBC's Suddenly Susan and is now the star of the Bravo reality show, Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List. A gay icon, though not gay herself, Griffin has been a voice actress and a red carpet commentator in addition to her other career pursuits.