Who Is Aisha Tyler? Everything to Know About the Criminal Minds Star and Director
By Maya Lin-Takahashi
Tyler's career distinguishes itself through simultaneous commitments across competing genres. While shooting procedural dramas, she voiced iconic animated characters and managed high-profile hosting duties.
| Timeframe | Project & Role | Operational Footprint |
|---|---|---|
| 2001, 2002 | Talk Soup (Host) | Broke historical ground as the network’s first Black female anchor; sharpened live comedic delivery. |
| 2009, 2023 | Archer (Lana Kane) | Anchored 14 seasons of FX's flagship adult animated satire, winning widespread critical acclaim. |
| 2011, 2017 | The Talk (Co-Host) | Earned a Daytime Emmy Award over a six-season run before walking away to focus on directing. |
| 2013, 2024 | Whose Line Is It Anyway? (Host) | Steered The CW's revived improv comedy format across a successful eleven-year run. |
| 2015, 2026 | Criminal Minds (Dr. Tara Lewis / Director) | Maintained series regular duties while frequently stepping into the director's chair for key episodes. |
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