Pamela Adlon

Born:July 9, 1966

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

Known For:Acting

Biography

Pamela Adlon, born Pamela Segall on July 9, 1966, is a multi-talented American artist known for her work as an actress, voice actress, screenwriter, producer, director, and creator.

One of her most iconic roles in the world of animation was voicing Bobby Hill on the beloved animated series "King of the Hill" from 1997 to 2010. Her portrayal of Bobby won her a Primetime Emmy Award and solidified her as a prominent voice in the industry. Adlon's voice talents extended to other animated shows like "Recess," "Bob's Burgers," and "Rick and Morty," showcasing her versatility and range.

Beyond animation, Adlon made a memorable mark on live-action television as well. She lent her voice to Mrs. Wolowitz, Howard's mother, on the hit series "The Big Bang Theory," adding another dimension to her already impressive resume.

In the realm of comedy-drama, Adlon shone brightly in series like "Californication" and "Louie," where she not only acted but also took on roles as a writer and producer. Her ability to wear multiple hats behind the scenes demonstrated her creative prowess and dedication to her craft.

Since 2016, Adlon has captivated audiences with her portrayal of Sam Fox on the FX comedy-drama series "Better Things." Not only does she star in the show, but she also co-created it, writes for it, produces it, and directs episodes, showcasing her exceptional talent and commitment to storytelling.

Adlon's talent isn't limited to the small screen; she has also graced the big screen with her presence in films like "Say Anything...," "Bumblebee," and "The King of Staten Island." Her performances on film have further solidified her reputation as a versatile and accomplished actress.

Throughout her career, Pamela Adlon has proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry. Her dedication to her craft, whether through acting, voice work, writing, producing, or directing, has made her a respected and admired figure in Hollywood. With a list of credits that continues to grow, Adlon's talent shows no signs of slowing down, and audiences eagerly anticipate what she will bring to the screen next.

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Filmography

Acting

Bumblebee

Sally Watson

2018

On the run in the year 1987, Bumblebee finds refuge in a junkyard in a small Californian beach town. Charlie, on the cusp of turning 18 and trying to find her place in the world, discovers Bumblebee, battle-scarred and broken. When Charlie revives him, she quickly learns this is no ordinary yellow VW bug.

Tinker Bell

Vidia (voice)

2008

Journey into the secret world of Pixie Hollow and hear Tinker Bell speak for the very first time as the astonishing story of Disney's most famous fairy is finally revealed in the all-new motion picture "Tinker Bell."

Secret of the Wings

Vidia (voice)

2012

Tinkerbell wanders into the forbidden Winter woods and meets Periwinkle. Together they learn the secret of their wings and try to unite the warm fairies and the winter fairies to help Pixie Hollow.

Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast

Vidia (voice)

2014

An ancient myth of a massive creature sparks the curiosity of Tinker Bell and her good friend Fawn, an animal fairy who’s not afraid to break the rules to help an animal in need. But this creature is not welcome in Pixie Hollow — and the scout fairies are determined to capture the mysterious beast, who they fear will destroy their home. Fawn must convince her fairy friends to risk everything to rescue the NeverBeast.

Tinker Bell and the Pirate Fairy

Vidia (voice)

2014

Zarina, a smart and ambitious dust-keeper fairy who’s captivated by Blue Pixie Dust and its endless possibilities, flees Pixie Hollow and joins forces with the scheming pirates of Skull Rock, who make her captain of their ship. Tinker Bell and her friends must embark on an epic adventure to find Zarina, and together they go sword-to-sword with the band of pirates led by a cabin boy named James, who’ll soon be known as Captain Hook himself.

Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure

Vidia (voice) (uncredited)

2009

A blue harvest moon will rise, allowing the fairies to use a precious moonstone to restore the Pixie Dust Tree, the source of all their magic. But when Tinker Bell accidentally puts all of Pixie Hollow in jeopardy, she must venture out across the sea on a secret quest to set things right.

Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue

Vidia (voice)

2010

During a summer stay on the mainland, Tinker Bell is accidentally discovered while investigating a little girl's fairy house. As the other fairies, led by the brash Vidia, launch a daring rescue in the middle of a fierce storm, Tink develops a special bond with the lonely, little girl.

The Animatrix

Jue ("Final Flight of the Osiris") / Manabu ("Beyond") (voice)

2003

Straight from the creators of the groundbreaking Matrix trilogy, this collection of short animated films from the world's leading anime directors fuses computer graphics and Japanese anime to provide the background of the Matrix universe and the conflict between man and machines. The shorts include Final Flight of the Osiris, The Second Renaissance, Kid's Story, Program, World Record, Beyond, A Detective Story and Matriculated.

FernGully: The Last Rainforest

Fairy (voice)

1992

When a sprite named Crysta shrinks a human boy, Zak, down to her size, he vows to help the magical fairy folk stop a greedy logging company from destroying their home: the pristine rainforest known as FernGully. Zak and his new friends fight to defend FernGully from lumberjacks — and the vengeful spirit they accidentally unleash after chopping down a magic tree.

Pixie Hollow Games

Vidia (voice)

2011

Rosetta and new arrival Chloe band together to try to break the garden fairies' legendary losing streak in the Pixie Hollow Games, a sports spectacle filled with pixie pageantry, fantastic fairy events and hilarious surprises.

Grease 2

Dolores Rebchuck

1982

It's 1961, two years after the original Grease gang graduated, and there's a new crop of seniors and new members of the coolest cliques on campus, the Pink Ladies and T-Birds. Michael Carrington is the new kid in school - but he's been branded a brainiac. Can he fix up an old motorcycle, don a leather jacket, avoid a rumble with the leader of the T-Birds, and win the heart of Pink Lady Stephanie?

Say Anything...

Rebecca

1989

Lloyd, an eternal optimist, seeks to capture the heart of Diane, an unattainable high school beauty and straight-A student. He surprises just about everyone-including himself-when she returns the sentiment. But Diane's over-possessive, divorced Dad disapproves and it's going to take more than just the power of love to conquer all.

The King of Staten Island

Gina

2020

Scott has been a case of arrested development ever since his firefighter father died when he was seven. He's now reached his mid-20s having achieved little, chasing a dream of becoming a tattoo artist that seems far out of reach. As his ambitious younger sister heads off to college, Scott is still living with his exhausted ER nurse mother and spends his days smoking weed, hanging with the guys — Oscar, Igor and Richie — and secretly hooking up with his childhood friend Kelsey. But when his mother starts dating a loudmouth firefighter named Ray, it sets off a chain of events that will force Scott to grapple with his grief and take his first tentative steps toward moving forward in life.

A Turtle's Tale: Sammy's Adventures

Female Turtle (voice)

2010

A sea turtle who was hatched in 1959 spends the next 50 years traveling the world while it is being changed by global warming. Born on a Baja, California beach in 1959, new hatchling Sammy must do what his fellow newborn sea turtles are doing: race across the beach to the ocean before they are captured by a seagull or crab. Thus begins Sammy's incredible fifty-year ocean journey. Along the way he meets his best friend, a fellow turtle named Ray, and overcomes obstacles both natural and man-made while trying to fulfill his dream of travelling around the world. Throughout his voyage, Sammy never forgets about Shelly - the turtle he saved on his first day and loves passionately from afar.

Sgt. Bilko

SGT Raquel Barbella

1996

The US army is known for churning out lean mean fighting machines intent on protecting our great nation. Sergeant Ernie Bilko is the leader of a ragtag group of the sorriest soldiers ever to enlist in the armed forces.

Production

Babes

Director

2024

After getting pregnant from a one-night stand, a single woman leans on her married best friend and mother of two to guide her through gestation and beyond.