American comedian and actress Amy Poehler was born on September 16, 1971 in Burlington, Massachusetts. Amy has made a name for herself on Saturday Night Live, impersonating people like Hillary Clinton, Madonna and Michael Jackson. For the last few years, she has been the co-anchor on Weekend Update.
Amy has appeared in films like Mean Girls and Blades of Glory. She married fellow comedian Will Arnett in 2003. The couple is expecting their first child this fall. Amy is currently starring in the film Baby Mama.
Did you know…
- Her favorite baseball team is the Boston Red Sox
- She graduated from Boston College
- She is the co-owner of the Upright Citizen's Crigade Theatre in New
York
- She was featured on cover of Bust magazine in October 2006
- Her nicknames are Cool Cat Amy and Crazy Amy
