Quick Info
| Profession | Actress, comedian, writer, producer, and director |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 16/09/1971 |
| Age | 55 years |
| Birthplace | Newton, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Amy Poehler
18/03/2026
Poehler was announced as a recipient of the Peabody Career Achievement Award for 2026, honoring her body of work in comedy and media. She was named alongside Sterlin Harjo and PBS Kids, and the awards ceremony was scheduled for May 31, 2026, at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills.
11/01/2026
Amy Poehler won the inaugural Golden Globe for Best Podcast for her interview show Good Hang with Amy Poehler at the 2026 Golden Globes ceremony. The category was new that year, and she beat nominees including SmartLess, co-hosted by her ex-husband Will Arnett. This is her second Golden Globe, after Best Actress for Parks and Recreation in 2014.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Amy Meredith Poehler |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Burlington High School |
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| College | Boston College |
Personal Life
| Birth Name | Amy Meredith Poehler |
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| Raised In | Burlington, Massachusetts |
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| Spouse | Will Arnett |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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| Former Spouse | Will Arnett |
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Family
| Father | William Poehler |
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| Mother | Eileen Poehler |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. She was born in Newton, Massachusetts, and raised in Burlington, Massachusetts. | |
| 2. Her parents were high school teachers. | |
| 3. She studied at Boston College before entering improv comedy. | |
| 4. She became widely known for her role as Leslie Knope in Parks and Recreation. | |
| 5. Her Golden Globe for Best Podcast came 32 years after her role in Parks and Recreation; she also won a Golden Globe for Best Actress for Parks and Recreation in 2014. |
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