Jessica Williams (born April 29, 1985), known professionally as Punkie Johnson, is an American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer based in New York City. Johnson began her career as a stand-up comedian at The Comedy Store in California, before becoming a featured player on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live for its 46th season in 2020. She was promoted to repertory status in 2022, ahead of the show's 48th season.

Punkie Johnson

Acting Born April 29, 1985 New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Jessica Williams (born April 29, 1985), known professionally as Punkie Johnson, is an American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer based in New York City. Johnson began her career as a stand-up comedian at The Comedy Store in California, before becoming a featured player on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live for its 46th season in 2020. She was promoted to repertory status in 2022, ahead of the show's 48th season.

Known For

Late Night with Seth Meyers

Self - Guest

Saturday Night Live

Self - Various Characters

Saturday Night Live

Self - Cameo (uncredited)

Ghosts

Ally

Top Chef

Guest Judge

The Chi

Shawnita

The Kardashians

Self

Scrubs

Dee

Space Force

Staff Sergeant Kiki Rhodes

A Black Lady Sketch Show

Dance Biter

Lights Out with David Spade

Self - Panelist

Bottoms

Rhodes