Ellie Kemper
Latest News on Ellie Kemper:
The Triangle Club of Princeton University to Present Ann Arbor Stop of AISLE BE DAMNED! (Dec 19, 2025)
The Princeton Triangle Club to Premiere AISLE BE DAMNED at McCarter Theatre (Nov 5, 2025)
Tony Winner Daniel Radcliffe Will Star in EVERY BRILLIANT THING on Broadway (Oct 29, 2025)
The Triangle Club of Princeton University to Present Ann Arbor Stop of AISLE BE DAMNED! (Dec 19, 2025)
The Princeton Triangle Club to Premiere AISLE BE DAMNED at McCarter Theatre (Nov 5, 2025)
Tony Winner Daniel Radcliffe Will Star in EVERY BRILLIANT THING on Broadway (Oct 29, 2025)
BIO
Ellie Kemper is an American actress and comedian. She has been nominated for a Critics' Choice Movie Award, two Critics' Choice Television Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, three Satellite Awards, and seven Screen Actors Guild Awards.
She is best known for her roles of Erin Hannon in the sitcom The Office (2009–2013); and Kimmy Schmidt in the sitcom Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (2015–2019), which earned her two consecutive nominations for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. She has also appeared in films, notably Bridesmaids (2011), 21 Jump Street (2012), Sex Tape (2014), and Home Sweet Home Alone (2021). In 2018, she released her debut book, My Squirrel Days.
In 2023, Kemper joined the cast of the Broadway play Peter Pan Goes Wrong making her Broadway debut as Francis for a limited engagement.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Francis [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Videos
Exclusive Video: Renée Elise Goldsberry Solves HAMILTON Clue on CELEBRITY WHEEL OF FORTUNE Finale
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-10 15:19:12
Video: Watch Ellie Kemper Take Her First Broadway Bows in PETER PAN GOES WRONG
by Opening Night - 2023-06-21 11:09:06
VIDEO: Josh Gad, Rory O'Malley, Tituss Burgess & Emmy Raver-Lampman Sing New CENTRAL PARK Song
by Michael Major - 2022-01-21 12:14:11
Video Flashback: Tituss Burgess Performs 'Somewhere' From WEST SIDE STORY at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - 2020-05-26 10:59:44
VIDEO: Ellie Kemper Remembers The Emotional End of THE OFFICE on TODAY SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-02-12 21:32:06
VIDEO: Jenna Fisher, Angela Kinsey, and Ellie Kemper Play Heads Up on THE ELLEN SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - 2019-12-23 20:18:13
VIDEO: Watch the Lyric Video For New Track From THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2
by Tori Hartshorn - 2019-06-04 14:35:39
VIDEO: Watch the THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 'Together' Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-05-16 11:43:20
VIDEO: Celebrate National Pet Day with THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-04-11 08:11:00
VIDEO: Harrison Ford is Rooster in the New THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-02-20 12:03:46
VIDEO: UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT Stars Discuss the Show's Ending, Possible Film
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-01-25 11:20:32
VIDEO: Find Out if Kimmy Gets Her Happy Ending in the Final Season Trailer for THE UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-01-16 13:00:01
VIDEO: See Chloe in the Trailer for THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-11-20 09:06:58
VIDEO: Steve Carell Holds Impromptu Reunion For THE OFFICE on SNL
by Stephi Wild - 2018-11-18 09:41:43
VIDEO: THE TODAY SHOW Goes Behind the Scenes of UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT With the Cast
by Macon Prickett - 2018-06-05 11:26:30
VIDEO: Tituss Burgess Reveals Alec Baldwin's Secret to Comedic Acting on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan
by Macon Prickett - 2018-05-31 13:59:31
VIDEO: Attend a Meeting of the Tituss Burgess Fan Club to Celebrate the Return of KIMMY SCHMIDT
by Julie Musbach - 2018-05-31 13:55:25
VIDEO: Ellie Kemper and Jane Krakowski Plays 'Never Have I Ever' With Hoda Kotb
by Tori Hartshorn - 2018-05-30 16:41:28
VIDEO: Ellie Kemper & Jane Krakowski Talk UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT With Hoda on THE TODAY SHOW
by Macon Prickett - 2018-05-30 12:13:54
VIDEO: Netflix Shares A Clip from UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT Season 4
by Macon Prickett - 2018-05-30 10:37:36
News
The Triangle Club of Princeton University to Present Ann Arbor Stop of AISLE BE DAMNED!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
The Triangle Club of Princeton University will present the Ann Arbor tour stop of its 135th student-written musical comedy, Aisle Be Damned! The Triangle Show is a pun-filled, hilarious introduction to one of the University’s most beloved traditions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2025
The Triangle Club of Princeton University will present the Ann Arbor tour stop of its 135th student-written musical comedy, Aisle Be Damned! The Triangle Show is a pun-filled, hilarious introduction to one of the University’s most beloved traditions.
The Princeton Triangle Club to Premiere AISLE BE DAMNED at McCarter Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
The Princeton Triangle Club, continuing its tradition of presenting an original musical comedy, will premiere the newest Triangle Show at McCarter Theatre in Princeton, New Jersey this November.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
The Princeton Triangle Club, continuing its tradition of presenting an original musical comedy, will premiere the newest Triangle Show at McCarter Theatre in Princeton, New Jersey this November.
Photos: Alex Edelman & More Attend Premiere of THE OFFICE Follow-Up THE PAPER
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 28, 2025
On Wednesday, August 27, Los Angeles' Harmony Gold Theater was transformed into the Toledo Truth Teller to celebrate Peacock’s original new comedy, The Paper. Check out photos from the event, which saw Tony Award winner Alex Edelman in attendance.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 28, 2025
On Wednesday, August 27, Los Angeles' Harmony Gold Theater was transformed into the Toledo Truth Teller to celebrate Peacock’s original new comedy, The Paper. Check out photos from the event, which saw Tony Award winner Alex Edelman in attendance.
Video: Watch a Sneak Peek of CELEBRITY WHEEL OF FORTUNE Featuring Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2025
Tonight will see the return of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, the popular game show where celebrity contestants join to spin the world’s most famous Wheel. Watch a sneak peek of the new season featuring Broadway favorites Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2025
Tonight will see the return of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, the popular game show where celebrity contestants join to spin the world’s most famous Wheel. Watch a sneak peek of the new season featuring Broadway favorites Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells!
CELEBRITY WHEEL OF FORTUNE Sets April Return with Josh Gad, Andrew Rannells, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
Pat Sajak’s “Final Spin” as host of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune is coming in April, with a lineup that includes Josh Gad, Tiffany Haddish, Regina Hall, Joe Manganiello, Katharine McPhee, Randall Park, Andrew Rannells, Rainn Wilson, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025
Pat Sajak’s “Final Spin” as host of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune is coming in April, with a lineup that includes Josh Gad, Tiffany Haddish, Regina Hall, Joe Manganiello, Katharine McPhee, Randall Park, Andrew Rannells, Rainn Wilson, and more.
THEATRE: The Improvised Play Will Debut at UCBNY This July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2024
Calling all Broadway-theater enthusiasts! THEATRE: The Improvised Play will bring the children of Meisner, Adler, Strasberg, Atlantic, and any expensive acting-conservatory, together for one-night to give the performance of a lifetime.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2024
Calling all Broadway-theater enthusiasts! THEATRE: The Improvised Play will bring the children of Meisner, Adler, Strasberg, Atlantic, and any expensive acting-conservatory, together for one-night to give the performance of a lifetime.
The Princeton Triangle Club To Present SHIP HAPPENS - A CRUISICAL In Boca Raton
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2024
Join the Princeton Triangle Club on a hilarious musical journey at The Studio at Mizner Park Theatre. Ship Happens, A Cruisical, filled with laughs, tunes, and high kicks, sets sail on January 24th.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2024
Join the Princeton Triangle Club on a hilarious musical journey at The Studio at Mizner Park Theatre. Ship Happens, A Cruisical, filled with laughs, tunes, and high kicks, sets sail on January 24th.
Interview: 'It Brings a Lot of Joy': Actors Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill, Nancy Zamit on Returning to PETER PAN GOES WRONG
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 14, 2023
BroadwayWorld sat down to chat with some of original Mischief Theatre group - Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill and Nancy Zamit, who are all back in the show on the West End for the festive season.
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 14, 2023
BroadwayWorld sat down to chat with some of original Mischief Theatre group - Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill and Nancy Zamit, who are all back in the show on the West End for the festive season.
Princeton Triangle Club Presents SHIP HAPPENS, A CRUISICAL!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2023
The Princeton Triangle Club presents 'Ship Happens, A Cruisical' at McCarter Theatre in Princeton, NJ. Join the high-kicking, swashbuckling shipshow this November!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2023
The Princeton Triangle Club presents 'Ship Happens, A Cruisical' at McCarter Theatre in Princeton, NJ. Join the high-kicking, swashbuckling shipshow this November!
Watch Ellie Kemper & Luke Grimes in HAPPINESS FOR BEGINNERS; Now Available on Netflix
by Michael Major - Jul 27, 2023
Happiness For Beginners, starring Ellie Kemper and Luke Grimes, is now streaming on Netflix. Join Helen as she embarks on an adventure of self-discovery while hiking the Appalachian Trail with a group of quirky strangers. Based on the beloved novel by Katherine Center, watch the video trailer and start streaming now on Netflix.
by Michael Major - Jul 27, 2023
Happiness For Beginners, starring Ellie Kemper and Luke Grimes, is now streaming on Netflix. Join Helen as she embarks on an adventure of self-discovery while hiking the Appalachian Trail with a group of quirky strangers. Based on the beloved novel by Katherine Center, watch the video trailer and start streaming now on Netflix.
Video: Watch Ellie Kemper & Luke Grimes in Netflix's HAPPINESS FOR BEGINNERS Trailer
by Michael Major - Jun 29, 2023
Helen (Ellie Kemper) has always lived her life as far from the edge as possible. Finding herself newly divorced and a little lost, Helen decides she needs a reset. The cast also includes Luke Grimes, Nico Santos, Blythe Danner, Ben Cook, Shayvawn Webster, Esteban Benito, Gus Birney, and Julia Shiplett. Watch the new video trailer now!
by Michael Major - Jun 29, 2023
Helen (Ellie Kemper) has always lived her life as far from the edge as possible. Finding herself newly divorced and a little lost, Helen decides she needs a reset. The cast also includes Luke Grimes, Nico Santos, Blythe Danner, Ben Cook, Shayvawn Webster, Esteban Benito, Gus Birney, and Julia Shiplett. Watch the new video trailer now!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ellie Kemper been in?
Ellie Kemper has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Ellie Kemper been in?
Ellie Kemper has not appeared in the West End.
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