About

A talented comedian, actress, writer, and producer, she broke barriers as the first female head writer at Saturday Night Live. Her creative genius shone as the creator and star of the popular NBC show 30 Rock, earning widespread acclaim.

Before Fame

She attended Upper Darby High School, where she actively participated in the school newspaper, drama club, and even played on the tennis team, showing her diverse interests early on.

Trivia

She penned the script for the 2004 hit comedy Mean Girls, inspired by Rosalind Wiseman’s book Queen Bees and Wannabes. The film, starring Lindsay Lohan, became a cultural phenomenon.

Lifestyle

She married Jeff Richmond in 2001. Together, they have two daughters—Alice, born in 2005, and Penelope, born in 2011.

Associated With

Known for her spot-on impersonation of Sarah Palin during the 2008 presidential race, she earned an Entertainer of the Year award from the Associated Press for her unforgettable portrayal.