Natasha Lyonne

Natasha Lyonne, born as Natasha Bianca Lyonne Braunstein on April 4, 1979, is a multi-talented American actress, writer, director, and producer. Starting her career as a teen actress, Natasha quickly established herself in the industry with her distinctive raspy voice and "tough" persona. Over the years, she has been acknowledged for her exceptional performances with nominations for five Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards.

Natasha's acting journey began when she made an uncredited appearance in the film 'Heartburn' (1986) at a young age. She then became a recurring character on 'Pee-wee's Playhouse' (1986) and took on supporting roles in films like 'Dennis the Menace' (1993). Transitioning into her teen years, Natasha showcased her versatility by starring in independent films such as 'Everyone Says I Love You' (1996), 'Slums of Beverly Hills' (1998), 'But I'm a Cheerleader' (1999), and 'Party Monster' (2003). She also appeared in popular broad comedic films like the 'American Pie' series.

Natasha experienced a career resurgence with her role as Nicky Nichols on the hit Netflix comedy-drama series, 'Orange Is the New Black' (2013-2019), for which she received Emmy Award nominations. She later starred in and co-created the critically acclaimed Netflix series 'Russian Doll' (2019-2022) as a software engineer stuck in a time loop, showcasing her talent both in front of and behind the camera. In 2023, she joined the cast of the Peacock crime comedy series 'Poker Face' as a woman who can detect lies, further proving her range as an actress. Additionally, Natasha starred in the Netflix drama film 'His Three Daughters' (2024).

Throughout her career, Natasha Lyonne has demonstrated her undeniable talent and has been recognized for her contributions to the entertainment industry. In 2023, she was even named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time Magazine.