Lori Alan

Born:July 18, 1966

Place of Birth:Potomac, Maryland, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Lori Alan, born Lori Denniberg on July 18, 1966, is a multi-talented American artist known for her work as an actress, voice actress, writer, producer, and stand-up comedian. One of her most iconic roles is voicing the character Pearl Krabs, the daughter of Mr. Krabs on the beloved animated series SpongeBob SquarePants. Her versatile voice can also be heard as news anchor Diane Simmons on Family Guy, the Invisible Woman in Fantastic Four, and The Boss in the Metal Gear video game series, showcasing her incredible range and talent in the industry.

In addition to her impressive voice acting career, Lori Alan has lent her voice to various movies, bringing characters to life in animated films such as Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, Inside Out, Monsters University, Despicable Me 2, Minions, and the Toy Story franchise, where she portrayed Bonnie's Mom in Toy Story 3 & 4. Her ability to breathe life and personality into animated characters has made her a sought-after talent in the world of voice acting.

Lori's journey in the entertainment industry began at a young age when she made her television debut in a Shakey's Pizza commercial at the tender age of five. Her passion for performance led her to the stage, where she took on roles such as Annie's youngest sister in a local community theater production of Annie Get Your Gun. Her dedication to her craft eventually took her to New York's Gotham City Improv (Groundlings East) and later to Emerson College, where she honed her skills before graduating with honors from Tisch School of the Arts.

Beyond her work in front of the camera and behind the microphone, Lori Alan has also showcased her talents as a writer and producer, further solidifying her status as a multifaceted creative force in the entertainment industry. Her ability to bring humor and depth to her performances, whether on screen or on stage, has endeared her to audiences worldwide.

With a career spanning decades, Lori Alan continues to captivate audiences with her distinctive voice and memorable performances. Her contributions to iconic animated series and films have left a lasting impact on pop culture, solidifying her as a respected and talented artist in the world of entertainment. Lori's passion for her craft and her dedication to bringing characters to life have made her a beloved figure in the industry, with fans eagerly anticipating her future projects and performances.

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Filmography

Acting

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Plankton: The Movie

Pearl / A Woman in Crowd (voice)

2025

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WALL·E

Additional Voices (voice)

2008

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Toy Story 3

Bonnie's Mom (voice)

2010

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Toy Story 4

Bonnie's Mom (voice)

2019

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Despicable Me 2

Additional Voices (voice)

2013

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Monsters University

Additional Voices (voice)

2013

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The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie

Pearl (voice)

2004

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SpongeBob Squarepants: Kreepaway Kamp

Pearl / Teen Girls (voice)

2024

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The Grinch

Additional Voices (voice)

2018

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Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Additional Voices (voice)

2009

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Despicable Me 3

Additional Voices (voice)

2017

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Minions

Additional Voices (voice)

2015

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Hawaiian Vacation

Mrs. Anderson (voice)

2011

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Toy Story That Time Forgot

Bonnie's Mom (voice)

2014

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Small Fry

Bonnie's Mom / Tae-Kwon Doe (voice)

2011

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Partysaurus Rex

Bonnie's Mom (voice)

2012

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Father of the Bride Part II

Wife Mrs. Habib

1995

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Riley's First Date?

Mom's Sadness (voice)

2015

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Boys on the Side

Girl with Attitude

1995

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Family Guy Presents: Blue Harvest

Diane Simmons as Imperial Newscaster (voice)

2008

Production

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Inside Out 2

ADR & Dubbing

2024

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Tangled

Thanks

2010