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Amy Poehler
Also known as Amy Meredith Poehler
Career
Active 1996 – present
Biography
About Amy Poehler
Amy Poehler is an American actress with a petite frame, standing at 5'2" with blonde hair and blue eyes. She has been active in the entertainment industry since 1996, spanning nearly three decades. Her career began at age 24, and over the years she has become a familiar face in both film and television.
Her breakthrough came as a cast member on a famous sketch comedy show, where she co-hosted a popular news segment alongside her friend Tina Fey. She went on to star in the acclaimed series Parks & Rec, and has also lent her voice to various animated projects. Amy has produced numerous TV series and authored the book Yes Please! Her work has earned her a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a Golden Globe, and multiple Emmy nominations, among other accolades.
Born in Newton, Massachusetts, Amy grew up in a family of Irish, German, Portuguese, and English descent. She began acting in school plays at age 10 and later studied at ImprovOlympic, where she met Tina Fey. Together, they formed the Upright Citizens Brigade. Amy joined the sketch show in 2001 and quickly rose to full cast member. She has also hosted the Golden Globes four times. Amy was married from 2003 to 2016 and has two children.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1996-present (started around 24 years old; 30 years active)
- Birthplace
- Newton, Massachusetts, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Blonde
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Weight
- 139 lbs (or 63 kg)
- Measurements
- 37–27–38 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.71
- Bra/Cup Size
- 34B show conversions - UK: 34B, EU: 75B, AU: 12B, JP: 75B
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Frequently asked
What are her most notable collaborations?
Amy Poehler frequently collaborates with Tina Fey, appearing together in films and co-hosting a sketch show's news segment. They also co-won an Emmy for guest hosting.
How long has she been active in entertainment?
She has been active since 1996, which means she has over 25 years of experience in the industry.
What is her book Yes Please! about?
Yes Please! is a mix of memoir, random memories from her improv days, and a visual scrapbook, rather than a straightforward biography.
Did you know
- She co-founded the Upright Citizens Brigade with Tina Fey and others.
- Her great-grandmother migrated from Nova Scotia to Boston in the late 1800s.
- She met Tina Fey while studying at ImprovOlympic.
- She joined the sketch show in 2001 and was promoted to full cast member within her first season.
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