Maya Rudolph
American actress and comedian, SNL alum
Born
July 27th, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actress and comedian gained recognition as a cast member on the sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live. She also starred in the films Bridesmaids and The Way Way Back, showcasing her comedic talents. Rudolph co-created and starred in the Amazon Prime series Forever, which received acclaim for its originality. In addition to her work in comedy, she lent her voice to various animated films, including the character of Donna in the animated series Big Mouth.
Cast member on Saturday Night Live
Starred in Bridesmaids
Voice role in Big Mouth
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