Elizabeth Banks
American actress and director of Pitch Perfect
Born
February 10th, 1974
51 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An accomplished actress and director with a background in film and television. Gained recognition for roles in the Hunger Games series as Effie Trinket, and portrayed Gail Abernathy-McKadden in Pitch Perfect. Served as a producer and director for the sequel, Pitch Perfect 2. Also directed the 2019 film Charlie's Angels, showcasing a transition into directing.
Played Effie Trinket in The Hunger Games
Directed Pitch Perfect 2
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