Glam comedian Katherine Ryan is having the last laugh by defying advice to look more manly on stage.
The acid-tongued stand-up is known for her red lipstick and chic dresses but it is not a look that won her universal approval. In fact, the 38-year-old former Hooters waitress was told by industry bigwigs to be as unfeminine as possible while performing or she would never have a career in comedy.
The Canadian ignored the sexist advice and on Thursday she launches the TV show, Backstage with Katherine Ryan, which she filmed with a baby and breast pump in tow.
