Jennifer Robertson

Jennifer Robertson (born November 24, 1971) is a celebrated Canadian actress, writer, and comedian recognized for her dynamic range in various roles. One of her most prominent roles is Jocelyn Schitt in the critically acclaimed CBC sitcom Schitt's Creek (2015–2020), a performance which garnered her a Screen Actors Guild Award and four Canadian Screen Awards nominations. Beyond Schitt's Creek, Robertson has an extensive career in television extending back to her debut in 1998 on the series SketchCom. Her comedic talents have found their place in shows like This Hour Has 22 Minutes (2003–2004) and Comedy Inc. (2003–2010), and she has made a notable impact on youth audiences with her roles in the Disney Channel fantasy film Twitches (2005) and the Family Channel sitcom Wingin' It (2010–2012). In 2021, she took on a lead role in Netflix series Ginny & Georgia, expanding her global audience reach. Born in Calgary, Alberta, Robertson was raised in a family with a strong comedy background. Her father, Bob Robertson, was part of the comedy duo Double Exposure. Her career started on a high note, with appearances in series like Twice in a Lifetime (2001), Point Blank (2002), The Gavin Crawford Show (2002), and The Seán Cullen Show (2003). As her career progressed, so did her skills, as shown in her work on the film To Die 4 (2004), which she both wrote and starred in. A testament to her versatility, she has voiced characters in animated shows like 6teen, and even hosted the HGTV reality competition series Canada's Handyman Challenge (2013-2014).