Christine Taylor

Born on July 30, 1971, Christine Joan Taylor Stiller has become a recognizable face in the world of entertainment. She began her acting career in 1989 with a role on Nickelodeon's children's series "Hey Dude," playing Melody Hanson, the show's lifeguard. Over the years, she has built an impressive resume with a diverse range of roles.

In 1995, Taylor was cast as Marcia Brady in "The Brady Bunch Movie" and later reprised her role in its sequel, "A Very Brady Sequel." Her portrayal of the iconic character helped solidify her presence in the industry. After that, she appeared in various TV series, including "Ellen," "Seinfeld," and "Friends."

Taylor's acting skills were showcased in a variety of roles throughout the years. In 1996's "The Craft," she played Laura Lizzie, a school bully with a dark secret. She then starred as Drew Barrymore's cousin, Holly Sullivan, in the 1998 comedy "The Wedding Singer." Her on-screen chemistry with her husband, Ben Stiller, was apparent in their roles together in "Zoolander" (2001) and "Zoolander 2" (2016).

Her television appearances include guest starring roles on shows like "Arrested Development," where she played Sally Sitwell, and "My Name Is Earl." Taylor also starred in the Hallmark Channel Christmas movie "Farewell Mr. Kringle." She continued to make waves in the acting world with her reprisal of Sally Sitwell in two episodes of the revived "Arrested Development" in 2013 and a guest appearance on "Elementary" in 2017, playing the villainous Gail Lundquist.

Beginning in 2016, Taylor joined the cast of "Search Party," where she had a recurring role as Gail. Her journey continued with her joining the cast of the Apple TV+ series "High Desert" in 2021. Despite facing challenges in her personal life, such as separating from Ben Stiller in 2017 and later rekindling their marriage, Taylor has proven to be a resilient and talented actress in Hollywood.