Kristen Wiig

Born:August 22, 1973

Place of Birth:Canandaigua, New York, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Kristen Wiig, born on August 22, 1973, is a multi-talented American actress, writer, producer, and comedian. Her comedic genius and versatility have made her a household name in the entertainment industry. Wiig's rise to fame began during her time as a cast member on the iconic sketch comedy show, Saturday Night Live, where she showcased her impeccable comedic timing and unforgettable characters from 2005 to 2012.

Beyond her success on SNL, Wiig's talent shone through in various television series, including memorable appearances on Arrested Development, Flight of the Conchords, and 30 Rock. Her ability to seamlessly blend humor with heartfelt performances has endeared her to audiences worldwide.

In the realm of film, Wiig has left an indelible mark with her roles in a diverse range of projects. From the uproarious comedy "Bridesmaids" to the sci-fi thriller "The Martian," Wiig's acting prowess knows no bounds. Her collaborations with other talented actors and filmmakers have consistently garnered critical acclaim and box office success.

Not limited to acting, Wiig has also made her mark as a writer and producer, contributing her creative vision to projects such as "Bridesmaids" and "Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar." Her ability to infuse humor with depth and authenticity sets her apart as a multifaceted talent in the industry.

As a voice actress, Wiig has lent her distinctive voice to beloved animated characters in films like "How to Train Your Dragon" and "Despicable Me." Her vocal performances bring these characters to life with charm and wit, showcasing her versatility in yet another facet of the entertainment world.

Wiig's comedic sensibilities and knack for portraying relatable characters have resonated with audiences of all ages. Whether she's playing a quirky best friend or a scene-stealing villain, Wiig brings a unique blend of humor and humanity to each role she takes on.

Throughout her career, Wiig has proven herself to be a dynamic force in Hollywood, continually pushing boundaries and redefining what it means to be a comedic talent in the industry. Her ability to seamlessly transition between genres and mediums speaks to her versatility and enduring appeal as a performer.

With a filmography that spans comedy, drama, animation, and everything in between, Wiig's body of work serves as a testament to her unparalleled talent and dedication to her craft. As she continues to captivate audiences with her wit and charm, Kristen Wiig remains a true icon in the world of entertainment, leaving an indelible mark on every project she touches.

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Filmography

Acting

Despicable Me 4

Lucy (voice)

2024

Gru and Lucy and their girls—Margo, Edith and Agnes—welcome a new member to the Gru family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru also faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his femme fatale girlfriend Valentina, forcing the family to go on the run.

How to Train Your Dragon

Ruffnut (voice)

2010

As the son of a Viking leader on the cusp of manhood, shy Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III faces a rite of passage: he must kill a dragon to prove his warrior mettle. But after downing a feared dragon, he realizes that he no longer wants to destroy it, and instead befriends the beast – which he names Toothless – much to the chagrin of his warrior father.

How to Train Your Dragon 2

Ruffnut (voice)

2014

Five years have passed since Hiccup and Toothless united the dragons and Vikings of Berk. Now, they spend their time charting unmapped territories. During one of their adventures, the pair discover a secret cave that houses hundreds of wild dragons -- and a mysterious dragon rider. Hiccup and Toothless find themselves at the center of a battle to protect Berk from a power-hungry warrior.

Her

SexyKitten (voice)

2013

In the not so distant future, Theodore, a lonely writer, purchases a newly developed operating system designed to meet the user's every need. To Theodore's surprise, a romantic relationship develops between him and his operating system. This unconventional love story blends science fiction and romance in a sweet tale that explores the nature of love and the ways that technology isolates and connects us all.

Wonder Woman 1984

Barbara Minerva

2020

A botched store robbery places Wonder Woman in a global battle against a powerful and mysterious ancient force that puts her powers in jeopardy.

How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World

Ruffnut (voice)

2019

As Hiccup fulfills his dream of creating a peaceful dragon utopia, Toothless’ discovery of an untamed, elusive mate draws the Night Fury away. When danger mounts at home and Hiccup’s reign as village chief is tested, both dragon and rider must make impossible decisions to save their kind.

Despicable Me

Miss Hattie (voice)

2010

Villainous Gru lives up to his reputation as a despicable, deplorable and downright unlikable guy when he hatches a plan to steal the moon from the sky. But he has a tough time staying on task after three orphans land in his care.

The Martian

Annie Montrose

2015

During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive.

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

Cheryl Melhoff

2013

A timid magazine photo manager who lives life vicariously through daydreams embarks on a true-life adventure when a negative goes missing.

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Pudgy Beaver Mom (voice)

2009

Times are changing for Manny the moody mammoth, Sid the motor mouthed sloth and Diego the crafty saber-toothed tiger. Life heats up for our heroes when they meet some new and none-too-friendly neighbors – the mighty dinosaurs.

Paul

Ruth Buggs

2011

For the past 60 years, a space-traveling smart-ass named Paul has been locked up in a top-secret military base, advising world leaders about his kind. But when he worries he’s outlived his usefulness and the dissection table is drawing uncomfortably close, Paul escapes on the first RV that passes by his compound in Area 51. Fortunately, it contains the two earthlings who are most likely to rescue and harbor an alien on the run.

Despicable Me 2

Lucy (voice)

2013

Gru is recruited by the Anti-Villain League to help deal with a powerful new super criminal.

Sausage Party

Brenda (voice)

2016

Hot dog Frank leads a group of supermarket products on a quest to discover the truth about their existence and what really happens when they become chosen to leave the grocery store.

Bridesmaids

Annie Walker

2011

Annie's life is a mess. But when she finds out her lifetime best friend is engaged, she simply must serve as Lillian's maid of honor. Though lovelorn and broke, Annie bluffs her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals. With one chance to get it perfect, she’ll show Lillian and her bridesmaids just how far you’ll go for someone you love.

Despicable Me 3

Lucy Wilde (voice)

2017

Gru and his wife Lucy must stop former '80s child star Balthazar Bratt from achieving world domination.

Ghostbusters

Erin Gilbert

2016

Following a ghost invasion of Manhattan, paranormal enthusiasts Erin Gilbert and Abby Yates, nuclear engineer Jillian Holtzmann, and subway worker Patty Tolan band together to stop the otherworldly threat.

mother!

Herald

2017

A couple's relationship is tested when uninvited guests arrive at their home, disrupting their tranquil existence.

Downsizing

Audrey Safranek

2017

A kindly occupational therapist undergoes a new procedure to be shrunken to four inches tall so that he and his wife can help save the planet and afford a nice lifestyle at the same time.

Knocked Up

Jill

2007

A slacker and a career-driven woman accidentally conceive a child after a one-night stand. As they try to make the relationship work, they must navigate the challenges of parenthood and their differences in lifestyle and maturity.

Ghost Town

Surgeon

2008

Bertram Pincus, a cranky, people-hating Manhattan dentist, develops the unwelcome ability to see dead people. Really annoying dead people. Even worse, they all want something from him, particularly Frank Herlihy, a smooth-talking ghost, who pesters him into a romantic scheme involving his widow Gwen. They are soon entangled in a hilarious predicament between the now and the hereafter!

Forgetting Sarah Marshall

Yoga Instructor

2008

When actress Sarah Marshall dumps aspiring musician Peter Bretter for rock star Aldous Snow, Peter's world comes crashing down. His best friend Brian suggests that Peter should get away from everything and to fly off to Hawaii to escape all his problems. After arriving in Hawaii and meeting the beautiful receptionist Rachel Jansen, Peter is shocked to see not only Aldous in Hawaii, but also Sarah.

Date Night

Haley Sullivan

2010

Phil and Claire Foster fear that their mild-mannered relationship may be falling into a stale rut. During their weekly date night, their dinner reservation leads to their being mistaken for a couple of thieves—and now a number of unsavoury characters want Phil and Claire killed.

Dragons: Gift of the Night Fury

Ruffnut (voice)

2011

Hiccup and Toothless go on an exciting adventure and discover an island of new dragons.

Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues

Chani Lastnamé

2013

With the 70s behind him, San Diego's top rated newsman, Ron Burgundy, returns to take New York's first 24-hour news channel by storm.

Zoolander 2

Alexanya Atoz

2016

Derek and Hansel are modelling again when an opposing company attempts to take them out from the business.

Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar

Star / Sharon Gordon Fisherman

2021

The story of best friends Barb and Star, who leave their small midwestern town for the first time to go on vacation in Vista Del Mar, Florida, where they soon find themselves tangled up in adventure, love, and a villain’s evil plot to kill everyone in town.

Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story

Edith

2007

Following a childhood tragedy, Dewey Cox follows a long and winding road to music stardom. Dewey perseveres through changing musical styles, an addiction to nearly every drug known and bouts of uncontrollable rage.

Masterminds

Kelly Campbell

2016

A night guard at an armored car company in the Southern U.S. organizes one of the biggest bank heists in American history.

A Boy Called Christmas

Aunt Carlotta

2021

An ordinary young boy called Nikolas sets out on an extraordinary adventure into the snowy north in search of his father who is on a quest to discover the fabled village of the elves, Elfhelm. Taking with him a headstrong reindeer called Blitzen and a loyal pet mouse, Nikolas soon meets his destiny in this magical and endearing story that proves nothing is impossible…

MacGruber

Vicki

2010

Ex-special operative MacGruber is called back into action to take down his archenemy, Dieter Von Cunth, who's in possession of a nuclear warhead and bent on destroying Washington, DC.

Adventureland

Paulette

2009

In the summer of 1987, a college graduate takes a 'nowhere' job at his local amusement park, only to find it's the perfect course to get him prepared for the real world.

Semi-Pro

Bear Handler

2008

Jackie Moon is the owner, promoter, coach, and star player of the Flint Michigan Tropics of the American Basketball Association (ABA), the worst team in the league. In 1976 before the ABA collapses, the NBA plans to merge with the best teams of the ABA at the end of the season. Only the top four teams will make the move and the worst teams will fold. If the Tropics want to make it to the NBA, Jackie Moon must rally his team and start winning.

SNL50: The Homecoming Concert

Self

2025

Live from Radio City Music Hall, witness the concert of a lifetime with a star-studded lineup bringing together legendary Saturday Night Live hall-of-famers, iconic guests and surprise musical performances.

Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music

Self

2025

Untold stories behind the culture-defining and newsmaking musical performances, sketches and cameos of the past 50 years.

Will & Harper

Self

2024

When Will Ferrell's good friend Harper comes out as a trans woman, they take a road trip to bond and reintroduce Harper to the country as her true self.

The Diary of a Teenage Girl

Charlotte Worthington

2015

Minnie Goetze is a 15-year-old aspiring comic-book artist, coming of age in the haze of the 1970s in San Francisco. Insatiably curious about the world around her, Minnie is a pretty typical teenage girl. Oh, except that she’s sleeping with her mother’s boyfriend.

Extract

Suzie

2009

The owner of a factory that produces flavor extracts, Joel Reynold seems to have it all, but really doesn't. What's missing is sexual attention from his wife, Suzie. Joel hatches a convoluted plan to get Suzie to cheat on him, thereby clearing the way for Joel to have an affair with Cindy, an employee. But what Joel doesn't know is that Cindy is a sociopathic con artist, and a freak workplace accident clears the way for her to ruin Joel forever.

Whip It

Maggie Mayhem

2009

In Bodeen, Texas, Land Of The Dragon, an indie-rock loving misfit finds a way of dealing with her small-town misery after she discovers a roller derby league in nearby Austin.

All Good Things

Lauren Fleck

2010

Newly-discovered facts, court records and speculation are used to elaborate the true love story and murder mystery of the most notorious unsolved murder case in New York history.

Unaccompanied Minors

Carole Malone

2006

Five disparate kids snowed in at the airport on Christmas Eve learn some lessons about friendship when they launch a bid to get back to their families and outsmart a disgruntled airport official who wants to keep them grounded.

Meet Bill

Jane Whittman

2007

A mild-mannered bank executive mentors a teenage con artist and tries to make a career change as a doughnut merchant.

Where'd You Go, Bernadette

Audrey

2019

When architect-turned-recluse Bernadette Fox goes missing prior to a family trip to Antarctica, her 15-year-old daughter Bee goes on a quest with Bernadette's husband to find her.

The Skeleton Twins

Maggie Dean

2014

Estranged twins Maggie and Milo coincidentally cheat death on the same day, prompting them to reunite and confront the reasons their lives went so wrong. As the twins' reunion reinvigorates them, they realize the key to fixing their lives may just lie in repairing their relationship.

Welcome to Me

Alice Klieg

2014

A year in the life of Alice Klieg, a woman with Borderline personality disorder who wins the Mega Millions lottery, quits her meds and buys her own talk show.

Production

Bridesmaids

Co-Producer

2011

Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar

Writer

2021

Will & Harper

Songs

2024

When Will Ferrell's good friend Harper comes out as a trans woman, they take a road trip to bond and reintroduce Harper to the country as her true self.

Welcome to Me

Producer

2014

A year in the life of Alice Klieg, a woman with Borderline personality disorder who wins the Mega Millions lottery, quits her meds and buys her own talk show.