Jennifer Westfeldt is an American actress, writer, and producer. She’s famous for her work in movies and TV shows.
One of her well-known films is “Kissing Jessica Stein,” which she co-wrote, co-produced, and starred in. This indie film earned her award nominations and recognition. She also wrote, produced, starred in, and directed the film “Friends with Kids” in 2012, which received positive reviews.
In TV, Westfeldt appeared in popular shows like Grey’s Anatomy and 24. She also had a notable role in the series Younger.
She started her career in theater, acting in various plays and musicals. Westfeldt made her Broadway debut in 2003 and received a Tony Award nomination.
Born on February 2, 1970, Westfeldt grew up in Guilford, Connecticut, and attended Yale University, majoring in Theater Studies. Her family has a connection to the Swedish nobility.
Apart from her professional life, Westfeldt was in a long-term relationship with actor Jon Hamm from 1997 to 2015. She currently splits her time between New York City and Los Angeles.
In addition to her acting career, Westfeldt is involved in producing and has worked on documentaries. She sold a screenplay adaptation to Amazon, starring Anne Hathaway, set to release in 2024.