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Amy Sedaris

Birth Place: Endicott, NY

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BIO

Amy is an American actress, comedian and writer known for playing Jerri Blank in the Comedy Central television series Strangers with Candy. She collaborates often with her brother David, a comedian and author. Since 2014, Sedaris has voiced the character Princess Carolyn in the Netflix animated series BoJack Horseman. She also portrayed the role of Mimi Kanasis in the Netflix sitcom Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. She has appeared in films such as Maid in Manhattan (2002), School of Rock (2003), Elf (2003), Bewitched (2005), Chicken Little (2005), Shrek the Third (2007), Jennifer's Body (2009), Puss in Boots (2011), Chef (2014), Ghost Team (2016), Handsome (2017), and The Lion King (2019). Most recently, she appeared in The Mandalorian as Peli Motto.



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Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2002 - Outstanding Featured Actress

Amy Sedaris, Wonder of the World


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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play

Amy Sedaris, The Country Club

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What to Watch on New Year's Eve 2025 - Michelle Williams, Kristin Chenoweth, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 31, 2025

With 2026 just around the corner, Broadway fans can close the curtain on 2025 with some Broadway and music favorites! Countdown to midnight with names like Michelle Williams, Kristin Chenoweth, Ethan Slater, Hugh Jackman, and many more.
Al Hakawati Theatre Collective's ألف ليلة وليلة (THE THOUSAND AND ONE NIGHTS) Comes to La MaMa
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2025

La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club will present the workshop production of The Thousand and One Nights, a reimagining of the  epic from Lebanese-American director and playwright Ghina Fawaz and Turkish dramaturg and artist Begüm 'Begsy' Inal.
La MaMa To Present AL HAKAWATI THEATRE COLLECTIVE's ألف ليلة وليلة (THE THOUSAND AND ONE NIGHTS)
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025

La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club will present the workshop production of ألف ليلة وليلة (The Thousand and One Nights), a bold reimagining of the legendary epic from Lebanese-American director and playwright Ghina Fawaz and Turkish dramaturg and artist Begüm 'Begsy' Inal.
Enjoy Your ELF at Toby's in Columbia through January 4, 2026
by Cybele Pomeroy - Nov 30, 2025

Enthusiastic performances, a snappy live band, bright costumes and lively dancing adorn Toby's production of ELF The Musical. This sweet and charming lighthearted family-pleaser will put a smile on your face and a song in your heart. Director/ Choreographer Mark Minnick delivers engaging group numbers and Musical Director Ross Scott Rawlings creates glorious harmonies in this infectious show. Through January 4, 2026.
FROM THE OTHER SIDE Begins At La MaMa In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025

From December 3-14, 2025, FROM THE OTHER SIDE transforms La MaMa into a home for an incredible group of Balkan artists, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 1PM.
Video: Will Arnett and Laura Dern Star in New Trailer for Bradley Cooper's IS THIS THING ON?
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025

The official trailer has been released for IS THIS THING ON?, the new film from Bradley Cooper, starring Will Arnett and Laura Dern. The dramedy will hit theaters on December 19. Check out the trailer now.
Photos: ELSBETH Channels MY FAIR LADY in New Photos from Halloween Episode
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025

Photos from the latest Halloween-themed episode of Elsbeth, which sees the fan-favorite detective celebrate the holiday by channeling Eliza Doolittle, the 'loverly' protagonist of Broadway's My Fair Lady.
Photos: Bernadette Peters & More Attend World Premiere of STILLER & MEARA: NOTHING IS LOST
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 7, 2025

On Sunday, October 5, Apple celebrated the world premiere of Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost, with Tony Award winners Bernadette Peters and Cynthia Nixon in attendance. Check out photos from the event here.
Fred Armisen to Receive Ernie Kovacs Award at Dallas VideoFest
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2025

Comedian, writer, producer, and musician Fred Armisen is this year’s recipient of the annual Ernie Kovacs Award at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 22, at the historic Texas Theatre.
Dianne Wiest and Lois Smith Join ELSBETH as Season 3 Guest Stars
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025

Broadway veterans Dianne Wiest and Lois Smith, along with Tony Hale, have joined the guest star lineup for Season 3 of Elsbeth. The CBS detective series, led by Carrie Preston, will return for its third season on October 12, 2025.
SMURFS Animated Film Sets Paramount+ Streaming Debut
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 15, 2025

Paramount+ has announced that the animated film SMURFS, featuring Art star James Corden, will arrive on the service on September 16 in the U.S. and Canada.
Video: Watch the Teaser for Bradley Cooper's New Feature IS THIS THING ON?
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 26, 2025

Following his directorial outings with A Star Is Born and Maestro, Bradley Cooper is back for round three with his new feature film, Is This Thing On? Watch the newly released teaser trailer.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Amy Sedaris been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actress (The Lortels) for Wonder of the World and Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Country Club.

What awards has Amy Sedaris won?

Amy Sedaris won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play for her performance in The Country Club.

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