Julia Louis-Dreyfus
American actress, comedian, producer
Born
January 13th, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actress, comedian, and producer, recognized for a prominent career in television and film. Starred as Elaine Benes on the iconic sitcom 'Seinfeld,' contributing significantly to its critical and commercial success. Created and produced the political satire series 'Veep,' where portrayal of Selina Meyer earned widespread acclaim. Won multiple Emmy Awards for work in both 'Seinfeld' and 'Veep,' solidifying a reputation as a leading figure in comedy and television.
Starred as Elaine Benes in 'Seinfeld'
Created and starred in 'Veep'
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