Natasha Lyonne

Actress known for 'Orange is the New Black'

Natasha Lyonne - Actress known for 'Orange is the New Black'
Born

April 4th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An accomplished actress gained recognition for her role as Nicky Nichols in the series 'Orange is the New Black.' Lyonne began her career in film as a child actress, featuring in productions such as 'Everyone Says I Love You' and 'But I'm a Cheerleader.' Lyonne co-created and starred in the Netflix series 'Russian Doll,' which received critical acclaim and multiple award nominations, showcasing her skills in both acting and writing. She has developed a reputation for unique character portrayals and a distinctive voice in the entertainment industry.

Portrayed Nicky Nichols in 'Orange is the New Black'

Co-created and starred in 'Russian Doll'

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