Evolution of Amy Schumer: From Stand Up Comic to ‘I Feel Pretty’ (Photos)

Long before we all came to know and love the charming witty multi-hyphenate, Amy Schumer was once an unknown comic longing for her big break.

2003

Schumer enters the world of stand-up comedy. She performs her first ever gig at Manhattan’s Gotham Comedy Club shortly after graduating from Towson University in Maryland.

2007

Schumer appears on a Comedy Central episode of “Live at Gotham,” which showcases comedians performing at the New York City comedy club.

2007

After previously auditioning for but not booking it, the comedian finally makes it on to the fifth season of “Last Comic Standing,” where comedians compete for $250,000 and a TV special.