Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Comedian, Writer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 27/07/1983 |
| Age | 43 years |
| Birthplace | Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Latest News about Heidi Gardner
Gardner publicly confirmed that she had been cut from Saturday Night Live, clarifying the nature of her exit after season 50. Her departure had been announced during the show's cast shake-up following its 50th anniversary, and she said she no longer felt stressed by the demands of the job.
Gardner joined the rotating cast of the Broadway comedy All Out: Comedy About Ambition, marking her Broadway debut. The production's run was announced alongside co-stars Jason Mantzoukas, Craig Robinson and Sarah Silverman.
Heidi Gardner departed Saturday Night Live after eight seasons, ending her run on the NBC sketch comedy series ahead of its 51st season. She joined the show in 2017, became a repertory player in 2019, and was one of the most recognizable cast members during her tenure.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Heidi Lynn Gardner |
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| Nickname | Hidey |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Green |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Notre Dame de Sion High School, Kansas City (2001) |
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| College/University | University of Kansas, Kansas City (attended University of Missouri for a semester) |
| Educational Background | College Dropout |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Tattoo(s) | On the front and back side of her both wrists |
Relationships & More
| Affairs/Boyfriends | Zeb Wells (book writer, film director) |
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| Marriage Date | 28/08/2010 |
Family
| Father | Rick Gardner |
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| Mother | Erny Huelke |
| Siblings | Justin Gardner (actor, digital creator, elder) |
| Spouse | Zeb Wells (divorced in 2023) |
Career
| Debut Film | Dibs! (2014) as Erica |
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| Debut TV | Mike Tyson Mysteries (2017) as Old Woman, Jennifer |
| Notable Achievement | 2024 The Ambies Award- Best Performance in Audio Fiction for Yes We Cannabis |
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| Films | Acted in films like Life of the Party (2018), Making Babies (2018), Otherhood (2019), and Hustle (2022). |
| Broadway | Broadway debut in All Out: Comedy About Ambition (Dec 2025 to Mar 2026 run), joining the rotating cast in January 2026 |
Favourites
| Football Team | Kansas City Chiefs |
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| Baseball Team | Kansas City Royals |
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| Basketball Player | LeBron James |
| Fees (approx.) | $8000 per episode for Saturday Night Live |
| Assets/Properties | Modern Home in Overland Park, Kansas (bought for $800,000 in 2021) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Heidi grew up in Kansas and worked part-time at Tivoli Theater selling tickets and making popcorn. | |
| 2. During school, she was a flutist and participated in talent shows but was not initially inclined towards acting. | |
| 3. She was voted 'Most likely to be a cast member of Saturday Night Live' in high school. | |
| 4. At 21, she dropped out of college to pursue a career in hairdressing before transitioning to acting. | |
| 5. Her interest in acting sparked after watching a performance at The Groundlings Theater, leading her to join acting workshops. | |
| 6. She has been featured on magazine covers and enjoys traveling and watching sports. |
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