Whitney Cummings is an American stand-up comedian, writer, director, and podcaster who is still actively working in comedy and entertainment.
Recent career activities
In recent years, Whitney Cummings has been touring with new stand-up material, including a show branded around her experiences with motherhood. She also continues to host her podcast “Good For You,” which has grown into a large video and audio show with millions of followers across platforms.
Personal life and motherhood
Cummings has spoken publicly about becoming a mother and how that experience has influenced her latest tour and creative work. She has also discussed dealing with postpartum depression after the birth of her child in interviews and TV appearances, using that platform to talk about mental health and support for new parents.
Controversies and public backlash
In 2025 she drew significant criticism for performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia alongside other major comedians. She publicly defended her participation, arguing that much of the backlash was hypocritical and even “racist,” and pointed to the broader entertainment industry’s financial ties to Saudi funding.
Podcast topics and health concerns
On her podcast in 2025, Cummings talked about the death of a close friend whom she described as very healthy, and she speculated about possible links between COVID-19 infection, vaccines, and an aggressive cancer diagnosis. Commentators have cautioned that these kinds of claims are speculative and not a substitute for medical evidence, so medical guidance should always come from qualified health professionals and established research.
