About the Artist 

Fran Lebowitz's essays and interviews skewer everything from politics and media to daily absurdities. Her bestselling collections, Metropolitan Life and Social Studies, are now available in The Fran Lebowitz Reader, which has been published in multiple languages and remains widely influential. She is also the author of a children’s book, Mr. Chas and Lisa Sue Meet the Pandas. She’s also made memorable screen appearances, including roles in Law & Order, The Wolf of Wall Street, and in several acclaimed documentaries. Her longtime collaboration with Martin Scorsese resulted in the HBO film Public Speaking and the hit Netflix series Pretend It’s a City, which earned an Emmy nomination in 2021. A celebrated raconteur and late-night TV favorite, Lebowitz is known for her quick comebacks and unwavering disdain for modern trends. Still living in New York City, Lebowitz continues to be a cultural force, a fashion icon, and an enduring reminder that smart, funny, and fearless commentary never goes out of style.