Yeardley Smith

Voice actress of Lisa Simpson

Yeardley Smith - Voice actress of Lisa Simpson
Born

July 3rd, 1964
61 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actress, voice actress, comedian, and writer. Gained prominence through voicing Lisa Simpson on the animated television series The Simpsons since its inception in 1989. Additionally contributed to various projects in theater and television, including roles in shows such as As the World Turns and The Simpsons Movie. Also worked as a writer and inspirational speaker, sharing experiences from a career in the entertainment industry.

Voiced Lisa Simpson in The Simpsons

Acted in As the World Turns

Contributed to The Simpsons Movie

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