Aubrey Plaza

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Aubrey Plaza

Name: Aubrey Christina Plaza

Introduction: Aubrey Plaza is an American actress, comedian, and producer, widely recognized for her distinctive deadpan delivery and eccentric, often sarcastic characters. She gained widespread fame for her role as April Ludgate in the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation and has since built a diverse career in both comedic and dramatic films and television.

Date of Birth: June 26, 1984

Height: 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in)

Place of Birth: Wilmington, Delaware, U.S.

Family:

  • Parents: David Plaza (father) and Bernadette Plaza (mother). Her father is Puerto Rican and her mother is of Irish and English descent.
  • Spouse: Jeff Baena (married 2021)
  • Children: None
  • Siblings: Renee Plaza (sister), Natalie Plaza (sister)

Profession: Actress, comedian, producer, writer.

Nationality: American

Religion: She has stated her upbringing was “very Catholic,” and she attended an all-girls Catholic school.

College or University Attended: New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts (studied drama and audiovisual production).

Biography and What Famous For:
Aubrey Plaza grew up in Wilmington, Delaware, and began performing improv and sketch comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in New York City after graduating from NYU. Her unique deadpan humor and quirky personality quickly became her trademark.

She broke out into national recognition with her role as April Ludgate in the critically acclaimed NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation (2009–2015). Her portrayal of the apathetic, sarcastic, yet endearing intern (later Pawnee City Hall employee) became an instant fan favorite and solidified her comedic identity.

Beyond Parks and Recreation, Plaza has demonstrated significant versatility in both comedy and drama. Her film career includes roles in:

  • Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)
  • Safety Not Guaranteed (2012), which showcased her dramatic abilities and earned her critical praise.
  • The To Do List (2013)
  • Life After Beth (2014)
  • Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2016)
  • Ingrid Goes West (2017), which she also produced and for which she received an Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature as a producer.
  • Black Bear (2020), a suspenseful meta-drama where her performance earned critical acclaim.
  • Emily the Criminal (2022), another film she produced and starred in, receiving further accolades.

On television, after Parks and Recreation, she starred in the FX series Legion (2017–2019), a Marvel-based show where she took on a complex and often villainous role, further proving her range. In 2022, she joined the cast of the highly popular HBO series The White Lotus (Season 2), for which her performance earned her a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series and a Golden Globe nomination.

Plaza has also ventured into voice acting, lending her voice to characters in animated projects like Monsters University and The Legend of Korra. She co-wrote a children’s book, The Legend of the Christmas Witch, in 2021, followed by a sequel. She has hosted the Film Independent Spirit Awards multiple times, earning an Emmy Award for her writing for the 2020 ceremony.

Aubrey Plaza is famous for her dry wit, unique comedic timing, and ability to embody unconventional characters, making her a distinctive and memorable presence in contemporary Hollywood.

Have participated:

  • Television:
    • Parks and Recreation (2009–2015)
    • Legion (2017–2019)
    • The White Lotus (Season 2, 2022)
    • Little Demon (voice, executive producer)
    • Scott Pilgrim Takes Off (voice, 2023)
    • Agatha All Along (upcoming Marvel series)
    • Various guest appearances on shows like Criminal Minds, Portlandia, Drunk History.
  • Films (Selected):
    • Funny People (2009)
    • Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)
    • Safety Not Guaranteed (2012)
    • The To Do List (2013)
    • Life After Beth (2014)
    • Dirty Grandpa (2016)
    • Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2016)
    • Ingrid Goes West (2017, also producer)
    • The Little Hours (2017, also producer)
    • Child’s Play (2019, voice)
    • Black Bear (2020, also producer)
    • Happiest Season (2020)
    • Best Sellers (2021)
    • Emily the Criminal (2022, also producer)
    • Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre (2023)
    • Megalopolis (upcoming)
    • My Old Ass (upcoming)
  • Voice Acting:
    • Monsters University (2013)
    • The Legend of Korra (TV series)
    • Grumpy Cat’s Worst Christmas Ever (TV film)
  • Writing:
    • The Legend of the Christmas Witch (2021, children’s book, co-written)
    • The Return of the Christmas Witch (2022, children’s book, co-written)
  • Hosting:
    • Film Independent Spirit Awards (2019, 2020)
  • Awards (Selected):
    • Independent Spirit Award for Best First Feature (as producer for Ingrid Goes West, 2018)
    • Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (for The White Lotus, 2023)
    • Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Special Class Special (for the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards)
    • Various nominations including Golden Globe Awards, Gotham Awards, MTV Movie & TV Awards, and Imagen Awards.