87 Across

NYT Daily ? September 14, 2025

___ Wong, co-star of "Always Be My Maybe"

Answer:

ALI

Hint:

This actress and comedian also starred in "Baby Cobra," her popular Netflix stand-up special about pregnancy and motherhood.

Explanation:

This clue is asking for the first name of the actor Ali Wong, who starred alongside Randall Park in the 2019 romantic comedy Always Be My Maybe. The blank signals a short, common first name, and "Wong" confirms it’s her—no wordplay here, just a direct reference to the well-known comedian and actress. If you’ve seen the movie or follow stand-up comedy, her name likely comes to mind right away.

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'Perhaps,' 'maybe,' or 'e.g.' usually signal an example, not the category name. You're looking for one member of a broader set.

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