Biography

Jill-Michele Meleán is an accomplished actress, comedian, writer, and producer, making history as the first and only Latina cast member on FOX's MADtv. With standout roles in Reno 911!, Big Time Rush, and countless other TV and film projects, she has cemented herself as a powerhouse in comedy. A nationally touring headliner, her stand-up specials, White/Latina and Comedy Chingonas, stream on HBOmax and Amazon Prime. Beyond performing, Meleán is an in-demand creator, writing and producing original content, including her upcoming comedy special 2 Beetches with Jenica Bergere, premiering summer 2025.
- IMDb mini biography by: Lisa Chesser

Jill-Michele Meleán, professionally known as Jilly, made history as the first and only Latina cast member on FOX’s MADtv, she also recurred on Comedy Central’s Reno 911! and has guest-starred on numerous hit television series. Her versatility extends into film and long-form comedy. Jill-Michele wrote, produced, and starred in the heartfelt comedy feature This Is Meg, inspired by real-life events and acquired by Hulu, now streaming on Amazon Prime. Her one-hour stand-up special White/Latina, acquired by Comedy Dynamics, is also available on Amazon Prime and major VOD platforms, delivering a sharp, candid take on culture, identity, and modern womanhood. Continuing her success in original comedy, Jill-Michele co-created and stars in 2 Beetches, now streaming on Amazon Prime. She also co-wrote and co-produced the comedy-horror feature Witness Infection, released by Freestyle Media and currently available on VOD, starring alongside longtime collaborator Carlos Alazraqui (Reno 911!). Up next, Jill-Michele appears in For Worse, slated for a theatrical release in late February 2026. Jill-Michele "Jilly" Meleán currently continues to work across genres, creating original projects that blend humor, heart, and edge. For updates on her latest work, follow her on Instagram @jillyonline.
- IMDb mini biography by: Lisa Chesser