Natasha Lyonne

Born:April 4, 1979

Place of Birth:New York City, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Natasha Lyonne, born Natasha Bianca Lyonne Braunstein on April 4, 1979, is a multi-talented American actress, writer, director, and producer. Known for her distinctive raspy voice and tough persona, Lyonne has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry with her versatile performances that range from teen roles to mature characters in both film and television. Throughout her career, she has garnered critical acclaim, earning nominations for five Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. In 2023, she was recognized as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time Magazine.

Lyonne's journey in the world of acting began at a young age, with her first uncredited appearance in "Heartburn" (1986) and subsequent roles in popular shows like "Pee-wee's Playhouse" (1986) and "Dennis the Menace" (1993). She later transitioned to teen roles in independent films such as "Slums of Beverly Hills" (1998) and "But I'm a Cheerleader" (1999), showcasing her range as an actress. Additionally, she appeared in comedic hits like "American Pie" (1999) and its sequels, further solidifying her presence in the industry.

However, it was her roles in groundbreaking series like "Orange Is the New Black" (2013–2019) and "Russian Doll" (2019–2022) that brought Lyonne widespread acclaim and Emmy Award nominations. In these shows, she portrayed complex characters with depth and nuance, captivating audiences with her raw and authentic performances. Not only did she excel in front of the camera, but she also made significant contributions behind the scenes as a co-creator, writer, director, and executive producer.

Continuing her streak of compelling performances, Lyonne ventured into the crime comedy genre with the Peacock series "Poker Face" (2023–present), where she plays a woman gifted with the ability to detect lies. Her talent for bringing unique and intriguing characters to life has solidified her status as a powerhouse in the industry. In addition to her television work, she also starred in the Netflix drama film "His Three Daughters" (2024), further showcasing her versatility as an actress.

Natasha Lyonne's impact on the entertainment world extends beyond her on-screen presence. With her bold choices, strong work ethic, and undeniable talent, she has carved out a niche for herself as a respected and influential figure in Hollywood. As she continues to push boundaries and explore new creative endeavors, audiences can look forward to witnessing more of her exceptional performances and contributions to the industry for years to come.

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American Pie

Jessica

1999

At a high-school party, four friends find that losing their collective virginity isn't as easy as they had thought. But they still believe that they need to do so before college. To motivate themselves, they enter a pact to all "score" by their senior prom.

Robots

Loretta Geargrinder (voice)

2005

Rodney Copperbottom is a young robot inventor who dreams of making the world a better place, until the evil Ratchet takes over Bigweld Industries. Now, Rodney's dreams – and those of his friends – are in danger of becoming obsolete.

Scary Movie 2

Megan

2001

While the original parodied slasher flicks like Scream, Keenen Ivory Wayans's sequel to Scary Movie takes comedic aim at haunted house movies. A group of students visit a mansion called "Hell House," and murderous high jinks ensue.

American Reunion

Jessica

2012

The characters we met a little more than a decade ago return to East Great Falls for their high school reunion. In one long-overdue weekend, they will discover what has changed, who hasn’t, and that time and distance can’t break the bonds of friendship.

American Pie 2

Jessica

2001

After a year apart - attending different schools, meeting different people - the guys rent a beach house and vow to make this the best summer ever. As it turns out, whether that will happen or not has a lot to do with the girls. Between the wild parties, outrageous revelations and yes, a trip to band camp, they discover that times change and people change, but in the end, it's all about sticking together.

Uncut Gems

Boston Player Personnel (voice)

2019

A charismatic New York City jeweler always on the lookout for the next big score makes a series of high-stakes bets that could lead to the windfall of a lifetime. Howard must perform a precarious high-wire act, balancing business, family, and encroaching adversaries on all sides in his relentless pursuit of the ultimate win.

Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

Natasha Lyonne

2022

World-famous detective Benoit Blanc heads to Greece to peel back the layers of a mystery surrounding a tech billionaire and his eclectic crew of friends.

Blade: Trinity

Sommerfield

2004

For years, Blade has fought against the vampires in the cover of the night. But now, after falling into the crosshairs of the FBI, he is forced out into the daylight, where he is driven to join forces with a clan of human vampire hunters he never knew existed—The Nightstalkers. Together with Abigail and Hannibal, two deftly trained Nightstalkers, Blade follows a trail of blood to the ancient creature that is also hunting him—the original vampire, Dracula.

An Almost Christmas Story

Pat (voice)

2024

A young owl meets a lost little girl in New York City. Together, they try to get home for Christmas.

DC League of Super-Pets

Merton (voice)

2022

When Superman and the rest of the Justice League are kidnapped, Krypto the Super-Dog must convince a rag-tag shelter pack - Ace the hound, PB the potbellied pig, Merton the turtle and Chip the squirrel - to master their own newfound powers and help him rescue the superheroes.

His Three Daughters

Rachel

2024

Emotions run high when three estranged sisters reunite in a cramped New York City apartment to watch over their ailing father during his final days.

Dennis the Menace

Polly

1993

Mr. Wilson's ever-present annoyance comes in the form of one mischievous kid named Dennis. But he'll need Dennis's tricks to uncover a collection of gold coins that go missing when a shady drifter named Switchblade Sam comes to town.

But I'm a Cheerleader

Megan

2000

Megan is an all-American girl. A cheerleader. She has a boyfriend. But Megan doesn't like kissing her boyfriend very much. And she's pretty touchy with her cheerleader friends. Her conservative parents worry that she must be a lesbian and send her off to "sexual redirection" school, where she must, with other lesbians and gays learn how to be straight.

Ad Astra

Tanya Pincus

2019

The near future, a time when both hope and hardships drive humanity to look to the stars and beyond. While a mysterious phenomenon menaces to destroy life on planet Earth, astronaut Roy McBride undertakes a mission across the immensity of space and its many perils to uncover the truth about a lost expedition that decades before boldly faced emptiness and silence in search of the unknown.

Kate & Leopold

Darci

2001

When her scientist ex-boyfriend discovers a portal to travel through time -- and brings back a 19th-century nobleman named Leopold to prove it -- a skeptical Kate reluctantly takes responsibility for showing Leopold the 21st century. The more time Kate spends with Leopold, the harder she falls for him. But if he doesn't return to his own time, his absence will forever alter history.

Irresistible

Tina

2020

A Democratic political consultant helps a retired Marine colonel run for mayor in a small, conservative Wisconsin town.

Sleeping with Other People

Kara

2015

Can two serial cheaters get a second chance at love? After a one-night stand in college, New Yorkers Lainey and Jake meet by chance twelve years later and discover they each have the same problem: because of their monogamy-challenged ways, neither can maintain a relationship. Determined to stay friends despite their mutual attraction, they make a pact to keep it platonic, a deal that proves easier said than done.

Honey Boy

Mom

2019

The story of a child star attempting to mend his relationship with his law-breaking, alcohol-abusing father over the course of a decade, loosely based on Shia LaBeouf’s life.

Everyone Says I Love You

Djuna 'D.J.' Berlin

1996

A New York girl sets her father up with a beautiful woman in a shaky marriage while her half sister gets engaged.

Detroit Rock City

Christine

1999

In 1978, a Kiss concert was an epoch-making event. For the four teen fans in Detroit Rock City getting tickets to the sold-out show becomes the focal point of their existence. They'll do anything for tickets -- compete in a strip club's amateur-night contest, take on religious protesters, even rob a convenience store!

Yoga Hosers

Tabitha

2016

Two teenage yoga enthusiasts team up with a legendary man-hunter to battle with an ancient evil presence that is threatening their major party plans.

Loving Leah

Esther

2009

When Leah's husband Benjamin dies suddenly, Benjamin's brother Jake is stunned to learn he is expected to marry the childless Leah to carry on his brother's name. Jake suggests to Leah that they get married and maintain a secretly platonic relationship. The harder they try to disguise their "pretend" marriage, the more their appreciation for each other's worlds grow, and out of understanding, a real love develops.

Production

Crush

Producer

2022

When an aspiring young artist is forced to join her high school track team, she uses it as an opportunity to pursue the girl she's been harboring a long-time crush on. But she soon finds herself falling for an unexpected teammate and discovers what real love feels like.

His Three Daughters

Executive Producer

2024

Emotions run high when three estranged sisters reunite in a cramped New York City apartment to watch over their ailing father during his final days.