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Alison Brie
As of my last update in September 2021, here is a bio of Alison Brie:
Full Name: Alison Brie Schermerhorn
Date of Birth: December 29, 1982
Place of Birth: Hollywood, California, USA
Early Life and Education:
Alison Brie was born in Hollywood, California, and grew up in nearby Pasadena. She is the daughter of a freelance entertainment reporter and a musician. Brie attended the California Institute of the Arts, where she earned a bachelor's degree in theater in 2005.
Career:
1. Acting Debut: Alison Brie's acting career began with theater and community theater productions before transitioning to on-screen work.
2. "Community": One of her breakthrough roles came in 2009 when she was cast as Annie Edison in the critically acclaimed NBC sitcom "Community." Her portrayal of the overachieving and quirky Annie gained her widespread recognition and praise from fans and critics alike.
3. "Mad Men": Brie is also well-known for her role as Trudy Campbell, the wife of Pete Campbell (played by Vincent Kartheiser), in the critically acclaimed drama series "Mad Men."
4. "GLOW": Alison Brie starred as Ruth Wilder, a struggling actress turned professional wrestler, in the Netflix comedy-drama series "GLOW" (Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling). Her performance earned her critical acclaim and two Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations.
5. Film Work: Brie has appeared in various films, including "Scream 4" (2011), "The Five-Year Engagement" (2012), "How to Be Single" (2016), and "The Disaster Artist" (2017).
6. Voice Acting: She has provided the voice for characters in animated TV shows like "BoJack Horseman" and "Robot Chicken."
7. Producer: Brie has worked as a producer on projects like the TV movie "Hotwives of Orlando."
Personal Life:
Alison Brie married actor Dave Franco in 2017.
Activism:
Brie is an advocate for women's rights and gender equality. She has been involved in initiatives supporting women in the entertainment industry.
Please note that the information provided here is based on the data available up until September 2021, and there may have been new developments in Alison Brie's life or career since then. For the most current information, I recommend checking more recent sources or her official social media accounts.
Personal Information
1. Alison Brie's first name was inspired by the song "Alison" by Elvis Costello. Her parents liked the name and decided to name her after the song.
2. Before gaining fame as an actress, Brie worked as a clown and performed at children's birthday parties.
3. She is skilled in various forms of dance, including tap, jazz, and ballet. Brie's dance background has been showcased in some of her acting roles.
4. Alison Brie is multilingual and can speak Spanish fluently. She has demonstrated her language skills in interviews and public appearances.
5. During her time at the California Institute of the Arts, Brie was part of an improvisational comedy troupe called "The Fire Hazards."
6. She starred in the web series "My Alibi," which won the Yahoo! Web Series competition in 2008.
7. Alison Brie is known for her comedic talents, but she has also taken on dramatic roles, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
8. Brie was one of the original cast members of the hit TV series "Community" but initially auditioned for the role of Britta Perry before being cast as Annie Edison.
9. She provided the voice for the character Princess Unikitty in the animated TV series "Unikitty!" based on the character from "The LEGO Movie."
10. Alison Brie trained extensively to prepare for her role as a professional wrestler in the Netflix series "GLOW," learning wrestling moves and stunts.
11. She has a passion for cooking and enjoys sharing her culinary creations on social media.
12. Brie has been involved in various charitable causes and has participated in events supporting organizations such as Stand Up to Cancer and Planned Parenthood.
Please note that trivia facts may change over time, and it's always a good idea to check for the latest information to ensure accuracy.
