Lauren Ambrose Biography

Occup.	Actress
From	USA
Born	February 20, 1978
Age	46 years

Lauren Ambrose, a skilled and also functional American actress, was born as Lauren Anne D'Ambruoso on February 20, 1978, in New Haven, Connecticut, USA. Of Italian as well as German-Irish descent, Ambrose invested her childhood years in the dense community of her birthplace. Her moms and dads, Anne (née Wachtel) and Frank D'Ambruoso, instilled in her the significance of hard work, devotion, as well as willpower. These valuable lessons would certainly later serve as the structure for a worthwhile acting profession that remains to garner honor from doubters and also audiences alike.

Growing up, young Lauren Ambrose displayed a fondness for the performing arts. In her early years, she attended both Wilbur Cross High School as well as the ACES Educational Center for the Arts in New Haven. As she better honed her abilities, Ambrose took place to study acting at the prestigious New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, along with at the distinguished HB Studio in Greenwich Village.

Lauren Ambrose began her expert acting profession in the late 1990s, protecting bit parts in a string of tv programs, including Law & Order, Party of Five, and also Saving Graces. It was her sensitive portrayal of Claire Fisher, the struggling teen daughter in HBO's critically acclaimed drama collection Six Feet Under (2001-2005), that catapulted Ambrose to extensive recognition and gained her two Primetime Emmy Award nominations.

Adhering to the success of Six Feet Under, Lauren Ambrose continued to demonstrate her range and convenience as an actress, showing up in different film and also tv projects. Some significant display roles consist of Jilly Kitzinger in the British-American sci-fi collection Torchwood: Miracle Day (2011), Dr. Susan Wheeler in the miniseries adaptation of Coma (2012), as well as Harper Pitt in an aired adjustment of Tony Kushner's play Angels in America (2003).

Ambrose's skills are not limited to the screen; she has actually thrived on several Broadway and also off-Broadway productions. In 2006, she made a warm reception for her turn as Juliet in the Public Theater's Shakespeare in the Park production of Romeo and Juliet. Ambrose's emotional Broadway launching can be found in 2012 as the legendary and red-headed orphan, Anne Shirley, in the rebirth of the timeless music Annie.

In recent times, Lauren Ambrose has ventured into various other innovative territories as the lead singer of a jazz band called "Lauren Ambrose as well as The Leisure Class". The band performs on a regular basis at various occasions and also locations, showcasing her remarkable vocal skills as well as enthusiasm for music.

Throughout her remarkable profession, Ambrose has dealt with a remarkable roster of fellow actors, directors, and also creatives, consisting of Peter Krause, Frances Conroy, Michael C. Hall, Alan Ball, Michael Emerson, and Alison Pill.

Far from the spotlight, Lauren Ambrose is gladly wed to her other half, digital photographer Sam Handel. The pair resides in New York with their two youngsters, Orson (born in 2007) and Roxie (born in 2012).

Our collection contains 10 quotes who is written / told by Lauren.

Related authors: Frances Conroy (Actress), Peter Krause (Actor), Michael C. Hall (Actor), Lawrence Taylor (Athlete), Michael Emerson (Actor)

Filmography:

1998 Can't Hardly Wait (Comedy, Romance)
2000 Psycho Beach Party (Comedy, Horror)
2000 Swimming (Drama)
2005 Six Feet Under: In Memoriam (Documentary)
2006 Diggers (Comedy, Drama)
2007 Starting Out in the Evening (Drama)
2009 A Dog Year (Comedy, Drama)
2009 Where the Wild Things Are (Family, Fantasy, Drama, Adventure)
2009 Loving Leah (Drama, Romance, TV Movie)
2009 Cold Souls (Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction)
2010 The Other Woman (Drama)
2011 Think of Me (Drama)
2011 I'm Coming Over (Comedy)
2012 Grassroots (Comedy, Drama)
2012 Sleepwalk with Me (Comedy)
2012 Wanderlust (Comedy, Romance)
2013 The River (Adventure, Comedy)
2014 Deliverance Creek (Drama)
2019 Joseph Pulitzer: Voice of the People (Documentary)

10 Famous quotes by Lauren Ambrose

"We played one warm-up gig at this bar that was kinda like that bar in 'The Blues Brothers' with the chicken wire. This place called The Brick House, in Housatonic. I really can't believe we're going to play for people in New York City. I'm terrified, but it's a small enough room. But it's really just supposed to be for the fun of it"

"Being an actress is similar to trying to fit in with the popular kids in high school. You're expected to drive the right car, wear the right clothes and say the right things"

"The idea is that we're doing it just for the joy of the actual physical experience. We may record something just for the fun of it, but the idea is just to be truly joyful and truly fun, especially for me, because I take myself too seriously all the time"

"Right now I just want to chill for a while. Take a hiatus from all the craziness. To clean my house, see my family. Just see some movies and pick some strawberries"

"Yeah, I've always sung, and I always try to find a way for music to be in my life"

"I came to L.A. to work and become a better actress, not to be a star"

"Having my son, I mean, I feel already that it makes me a better actress. Just the feeling and the love that expands in my being is more than I ever thought possible"

"I think I need a little break. I've got a two-year old. I'll be part of The Leisure Class for a while"

"I saw 'Food, Inc.' last night - it was like a horror movie. I'm definitely thinking about my food supply now and how I want to grow my own"

"I never thought about being on a series before. It seemed like such a big commitment. But I love going to work every day. This is not about ego, it's about work, and that's refreshing in this town"