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Lauren Lapkus

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1985-09-06
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Lauren Lapkus has truly made a name for herself as a talented and versatile actress, especially recognized for her impeccable comedic timing across a wide range of television roles. Early in her career, Lauren Lapkus built a solid foundation by appearing in popular sitcoms such as Hot in Cleveland (TV Land, 2009–2015), The Middle (ABC, 2009–), and Are You There, Chelsea? (NBC, 2011–12). As her career gained momentum, she brought her unique energy to shows like Comedy Bang! Bang! (IFC, 2011–), House of Lies (Showtime, 2011–), and the sketch comedy favorite Key & Peele (Comedy Central, 2011–15).

Throughout the 2010s, Lauren Lapkus continued to shine in the comedy world with standout appearances on Kroll Show (Comedy Central, 2012–15) and The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail (Comedy Central, 2013–). Her ability to blend satire with sharp wit kept her in high demand, leading to roles in series like Another Period (Comedy Central, 2014–) and Clipped (TBS, 2014–15). Beyond television, Lauren Lapkus expanded her repertoire into film, starring in Are You Here (2014) alongside Owen Wilson and adding charm to the romantic comedy Blended (2014) with Adam Sandler.

Not one to be limited to live-action roles, Lauren Lapkus also lent her distinctive voice to animated projects—most notably voicing a character in Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero (Disney XD, 2015). In a major career highlight, she joined the cast of the blockbuster sequel Jurassic World (2015), starring Chris Pratt, further proving her range and appeal on a global stage. All in all, Lauren Lapkus continues to evolve as an artist, consistently delivering memorable performances across genres and formats.

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So, when it comes to Lauren Lapkus’s filmography, there are definitely some standout moments. If we’re talking about the highest rated movie in her career, it would have to be Good Girls Get High from 2018—definitely a strong point in her body of work. Fans and critics alike seemed to really respond well to that one. On the flip side, looking at the lower end of the spectrum, Are You Here (2013) tends to come up as the lowest rated film associated with Lauren Lapkus. It didn’t quite land the same way, though it still has its moments. Overall, Lauren Lapkus continues to build a diverse portfolio, and her performances keep drawing attention. Lauren Lapkus clearly brings something unique to each project she takes on, whether it’s a comedy or a more dramatic role. Lauren Lapkus’s range is evident when you look at both ends of her rating scale.

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