Bill Burr, the Emmy-nominated comedian and actor, is known for his sharp wit and no-holds-barred stand-up comedy. But behind the scenes, a big part of his inspiration comes from his wife, Nia Renée Hill. Together, they’ve built a life full of love, laughter, and a few hilarious roasts along the way. Let’s take a closer look at who Nia Renée Hill is and her unique relationship with one of comedy’s biggest names.
A Decade of Marriage and Counting
Bill Burr and Nia Renée Hill celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary in October 2023. Nia marked the occasion with a heartfelt Instagram post featuring a video montage of their life together, captioned, “20 years together, 10 years married, 2 children, 1 beautiful life. Happy Anniversary @wilfredburr.” The couple first met in the mid-2000s while working in comedy circles and tied the knot in September 2013. Their bond has only grown stronger over the years, with Nia often serving as a muse for Bill’s stand-up routines and podcast discussions.
Who Is Nia Renée Hill?
Nia Renée Hill is a multi-talented actress, writer, and producer. Born in Boston in 1978, the 46-year-old grew up in Atlanta before returning to her hometown to attend Emerson College, where she earned a degree in media arts in 2000. Interestingly, Bill also attended Emerson a decade earlier, graduating in 1993 with a bachelor’s degree in radio. Though they didn’t cross paths in college, they eventually met through their work in comedy.
Nia’s acting credits include roles in popular shows like Netflix’s Santa Clarita Diet and HBO’s Crashing. She also voiced characters in the animated series F Is For Family, created by and starring her husband. Beyond acting, she founded Tenderheaded Films, a production company, and co-created the comedy web series You Welcome! with comedian Marcella Arguello. Her varied career has contributed to an estimated net worth of $2 million.
A Family Full of Laughter
Nia and Bill share two children: daughter Lola, born in January 2017, and a son, born in June 2020. While the couple hasn’t publicly revealed their son’s name, they’ve shared plenty of anecdotes about parenting. Nia describes Lola as a mix of her and Bill, with a bold personality and a budding sense of humor. In fact, Lola’s comedic instincts are already shining through; Nia once tweeted that her daughter wanted to tell jokes like her dad, jokingly adding, “Pray for me, y’all.”
The Love Story That Started in Comedy
Nia and Bill’s relationship began in the comedy world, where Nia worked as a talent coordinator for Chappelle’s Show in 2003. Although Bill appeared on the show in 2004, they didn’t officially meet until he guest-starred on Tough Crowd With Colin Quinn in 2005. According to Bill, he pursued Nia despite her initial resistance, winning her over with his persistence and charm.
Supporting Each Other Through Thick and Thin
Throughout their marriage, Nia has been a constant source of support for Bill, even as he’s faced public backlash for his edgy comedy. On the podcast The Scroll Down, Nia defended her husband, saying, “He’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but he is mine.” She frequently accompanies Bill to premieres and events, including the 2023 debut of The Mandalorian season 3, in which Bill reprised his role as Migs Mayfeld.
Nia’s sharp humor often matches Bill’s. During an episode of Bill’s Monday Morning Podcast, she playfully roasted him for his low-key style, saying he looks more like a Little League coach than a flashy celebrity.