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Kristen Wiig

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Kristen Wiig

Kristen Carroll Wiig was born on August 22, 1973, in Canandaigua, New York, U.S. She is an American actress, comedian, screenwriter, and producer. Her career gained traction with her performance in the Los Angeles comedy troupe The Groundlings and became well-known during her seven-season tenure on NBC's sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live from 2005 to 2012. Wiig's exemplary work as an actress and comedian in various comedic roles earned her four Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.

Wiig's film career includes the commendable film Bridesmaids (2011), which she co-wrote and starred in, earning her nominations for Best Actress at the Golden Globe Awards and Best Original Screenplay at the Academy Awards. Additionally, she has lent her voice to animated franchises such as How to Train Your Dragon and Despicable Me. Furthermore, she has been nominated for Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in both the comedy miniseries The Spoils of Babylon and the comedy-drama series Palm Royale. Wiig's other prominent film credits include The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, The Skeleton Twins, The Diary of a Teenage Girl, The Martian, Ghostbusters, Downsizing, Mother!, and Wonder Woman 1984.

28 movies
2 nominations

Biography, Career & Filmography

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Given Name: Kristen Carroll Wiig

Born: Canandaigua, New York, U.S.

Citizenship: American

Birthday: August 22, 1973

Occupations: Actress, Comedian, Screenwriter, Producer

Years Active: 2000-present

Children: 2

Spouses: Hayes Hargrove, Avi Rothman

Awards and Nominations Received by Kristen Wiig

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Explore the awards, honors, and nominations Kristen Wiig has earned across their acting career. From prestigious wins to critical acclaim, see how their talent has been recognized by the film industry and major award bodies.


20th Critics' Choice Awards 2015

Nomination

Best Actress in a Comedy Movie

The Skeleton Twins

69th Golden Globe Awards 2012

Nomination

Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy

Bridesmaids

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