Cristin Milioti

American actress, starred in 'How I Met Your Mother'

Cristin Milioti - American actress, starred in 'How I Met Your Mother'
Born

August 16th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actress, prominent in television and theater. Achieved recognition for the role of Tracy McConnell in the television series 'How I Met Your Mother'. Also starred in the critically acclaimed film 'The Wolf of Wall Street', directed by Martin Scorsese. Received significant attention for her performance in the Broadway musical 'Once', earning a Tony Award nomination. Known for work in various other series including 'Fargo' and 'Made for Love'.

Starred as Tracy McConnell in 'How I Met Your Mother'

Featured in 'The Wolf of Wall Street'

Performed in the Broadway musical 'Once'

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