Alison Brie

Alison Brie (also credited as Alison Brie Schermerhorn) is an American screen actor, writer, and producer, born on December 29, 1982, in Hollywood, California. Known for blending sharp comedy with grounded drama, she became a standout presence on television and has steadily expanded her range across film and voice work.

Brie broke through with acclaimed series roles, notably as Trudy Campbell on Mad Men and Annie Edison on Community—a character she revisited for the Community Table Read. She later voiced Diane Nguyen on the animated hit BoJack Horseman and earned major award nominations for her performance as Ruth Wilder in GLOW, underscoring her ability to anchor ensemble casts while delivering emotionally layered work.

On the big screen, Brie’s credits span genres, from the thriller franchise entry Scream 4 (Rebecca Walters) to romantic comedy in The Five-Year Engagement (Suzie Barnes). She has also appeared in titles such as Parasomnia, Freelance, Born, and Montana Amazon, often choosing roles that balance wit, vulnerability, and intensity.

Beyond acting, Brie has taken on creative leadership as a writer and producer, including on Horse Girl, reflecting a career shaped by both mainstream visibility and distinctive, character-driven storytelling.