Aubrey Plaza
Biography
Aubrey Christina Plaza is an American actress and comedian born on June 26, 1984, in Wilmington, Delaware. She studied film at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and trained at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. Her deadpan comedic style quickly distinguished her in both improv and screen work.
Plaza is widely recognized for playing April Ludgate in the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation (2009-2015). She delivered a critically acclaimed dramatic turn as Harper Spiller in Season 2 of HBO's The White Lotus (2022), earning nominations for Emmy and Golden Globe awards for her portrayal of a woman unraveling during a lavish Sicilian vacation.
Known For
Other Notable Roles
- April Ludgate in Parks and Recreation (2009-2015)
- Lenny Busker in Legion (2017-2019)
- Daria in Daria (2024, film)
Awards & Recognition
- 🏆 Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead (Emily the Criminal)
- 🏆 SAG Award Nomination for Outstanding Female Actor in a Limited Series (The White Lotus)
Frequently Asked Questions
Aubrey Plaza is best known for playing April Ludgate in Parks and Recreation and Harper Spiller in The White Lotus Season 2.
Yes, she played the sardonic April Ludgate throughout the entire run of Parks and Recreation (2009-2015).