Quick Info
| Profession | Actress, Writer, Director, Producer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 13/05/1986 |
| Age | 40 years |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
Latest News about Lena Dunham
14/04/2026
Lena Dunham published her second memoir, Famesick, on April 14, 2026. The book reflects on her rise to fame alongside chronic illness, addiction, and the personal cost of living in the public eye.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Lena Dunham is an American filmmaker, actress, writer, and producer best known for creating, writing, directing, and starring in the HBO series Girls (2012–2017). She has won two Golden Globe Awards and received multiple Emmy nominations for her work on the series. She is also the author of Not That Kind of Girl (2014) and Famesick (2026). |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Institution | Oberlin College, Ohio |
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| Degree | Creative Writing |
Personal Life
| Residence | Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
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Family
| Father | Carroll Dunham (Painter) |
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| Mother | Laurie Simmons (Designer and Photographer) |
Career
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/lenadunham/ | |
| https://twitter.com/lenadunham | |
| https://www.facebook.com/lenadunham |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. She was the first woman to win the Directors Guild of America award for directorial achievement in comedy. | |
| 2. She began writing short films and feature films while attending Oberlin College. | |
| 3. She is a frequent contributor to The New Yorker. | |
| 4. Her web series Delusional Downtown Divas gained a cult following. | |
| 5. Tiny Furniture was an independent film that scored two Independent Spirit Award nominations. |