About Jennifer Coolidge
Jennifer Coolidge is an American actress and comedian, best known for her role as Jeanine Stifler in the American Pie film series. She is also known for her role as Paulette Bonafonte in the Legally Blonde film series, as well as her portrayal of Fiona in the romantic comedy film A Cinderella Story. She has acted in numerous films and television series, but, her portrayal of Tanya in the comedy-drama, "The White Lotus" made her one of the industry's favorites. Which earned her a number of awards such as the Critics' Choice Television Awards, Dorian Awards, Florida Film Critics Circle Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and Primetimetime Emmy Awards.
Moreover, her other critically acclaimed works are Date Movie, For Your Consideration, Legally Blonde, The Watcher, Glee, The Secret Life of the American Teenager, Joey, and Shotgun Wedding.
Early Life, Siblings & Parents
Jennifer Coolidge was born on August 28, 1961, in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Her birth name is Jennifer Audrey Coolidge. Coolidge holds American nationality and belongs to the white ethnicity. She has English, German, Scottish, and Irish ancestry. Her zodiac sign is Virgo.
Similarly, Coolidge is the daughter of her father Paul Constant Coolidge, and her mother, Gretchen Knauff. She has three siblings, a brother Andrew, and two sisters Elizabeth and Susannah.
Growing up, Coolidge attended Norwell High School, the Cambridge School of Weston. Later on, she enrolled at Emerson College and graduated with a degree in Theater in 1985. She then attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City.
Jennifer Coolidge Career (Movies)
- Jennifer Coolidge began her acting career with a guest role in the television sitcom, Seinfeld in 1993.
- She made her big screen debut with a small role in the 1995 film, Not of This Earth.
- Thereafter, she appeared in small roles in many films such as A Bucket of Blood (1995), Love and Happiness (1995), Plump Fiction (1997), Trial and Error (1997), Slappy and the Stinkers (1998), A Night at the Roxbury (1998), Brown's Requiem (1998), and Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999).
- Coolidge's breakthrough came after her portrayal of Stifler's hilarious mother in the movie American Pie in 1999.
- Later on, she also reprised her role in the American Pie sequels American Pie 2 (2001), American Wedding (2003), and American Reunion (2012).
- Her other critically acclaimed films are Legally Blonde (2001), Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde (2003), A Cinderella Story (2004), American Dreamz (2006), Epic Movie (2007), Beauty & the Briefcase (2010), Like a Boss (2020), Swan Song (2021), Single All the Way (2021), and Shotgun Wedding (2023).
- Coolidge has also appeared in numerous television series including According to Jim (2003-2004), Joey (2004-2006), The Secret Life of the American Teenager (2008–2012), 2 Broke Girls (2011–2017), The White Lotus (2021) and The Watcher (2022).
- Similarly, she has performed on a regular basis in Christopher Guest's mockumentary films like Best in Show (2000), A Mighty Wind (2003), For Your Consideration (2006), and Mascots (2016).
- Moreover, she has voiced for numerous films such as Robots (2005), Dr. Dolittle: Tail to the Chief (2008), Igor (2008), Hell and Back (2015), The Emoji movie (2017), Bobbleheads: The Movie (2020), and Arlo the Alligator Boy (2021).
- As well, she has voice roles in many television series including King of the Hill (1997-1999), Hopeless Pictures (2005), Ying Yang Yo! (2008-2009), Hero Factory (2010-2013), Fish Hooks (2011-2014), Gravity Falls(2012-2016), The Loud House (2018-2022), The Fungies! (2020-2021), I Heart Arlo (2021), and Ten-Year-Old Tom (2021).
- Further, she played Edith Potter in the play The Women at the American Airlines Theatre from 2001 and 2002, as well as played Reidun Nordsletten in the theatre adaptation of Elling in 2010.
Jennifer Coolidge Awards
- 2004- Florida Film Critics Circle Awards-Best Cast for "A Mighty Wind"
- 2005- Teen Choice Awards-Choice Movie: Sleazbag for "A Cinderella Story"
- 2022- Critics' Choice Television Awards-Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television for "The White Lotus"
- 2022- Dorian Awards-Best Supporting TV Performance for "The White Lotus"
- 2023- Critics' Choice Television Awards-Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for "The White Lotus"
- 2023- Golden Globe Awards-Best Supporting Actress-Limited or Anthology Series or Television Film for "The White Lotus"
- 2022- Hollywood Critics Association TV Awards-Best Supporting Actress in a Broadcast or Cable Limited, Anthology Series, or Movie for "The White Lotus"
- 2022- Primetime Emmy Awards-Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for "The White Lotus"
Jennifer Coolidge Relationship and Dating
Talking about her personal life, Jennifer Coolidge has never been married. However, she has dated a number of famous people including famous comedian Chris Kattan, Banks McClintock, and Tom Mahoney. At Present, her relationship status is single, and living a comfortable, relaxed, and independent single life.
Jennifer Coolidge's Net Worth
Iconic actress, Jennife Coolidge has amassed a great fortune through her nearly three-decade-long acting career. To date, she has worked in over 100 films and television series. Therefore, the majority of her income comes from her acting. She has also lent her voice to numerous films and television series. In conclusion, Coolidge has accumulated her wealth by working in the entertainment industry. As on January 2023, her net worth is estimated at around $8 million.
Currently, she lives in Hollywood Hills, California. She also has a residence in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Jennifer Coolidge Height & Weight
Jennifer Coolidge is a gorgeous lady with a well-maintained masculine body physique in her 60s. She has a towering height of 1.78m (5 feet 11 inches) tall and a balanced weight of 68kg (150 lbs.). Her body measurements are 40-33-37 inches. Similarly, she has a pair of mesmerizing hazel eyes and blonde hair which perfectly matches her fair skin tone. Further, her sexual orientation is straight.
