Born in 1971 in Burlington, Massachusetts, Amy Poehler is a multifaceted entertainer, celebrated as a comedian, writer, producer, and voice-over artist. Her early interest in performance emerged during her time at Boston College, where she was active in the college's comedy and improv scene. After graduating, Poehler moved to Chicago to study improv at the famed Second City and ImprovOlympic, marking the initial steps of her professional comedic career.
By the late 1990s, Poehler gained national exposure as a performer on Comedy Central’s sketch series Upright Citizens Brigade, which she co-created. The show aired from 1998 to 2000 and helped launch her career in television. In 2001, Poehler joined the cast of Saturday Night Live (SNL) as a featured player and was promoted to the main cast within her first season. Known for her sharp impressions of figures like Kelly Ripa and Sharon Osbourne, she quickly became a standout.
In addition to her SNL success, Poehler expanded her presence behind the scenes. In 2008, she co-created and voiced the lead character in the Nickelodeon animated series The Mighty B!, which earned her a Daytime Emmy nomination. Her versatility as a performer continued to shine through her work in television, voice acting, and production.
In August 2003, Poehler married Canadian actor Will Arnett. The couple often collaborated on screen, appearing in projects such as Arrested Development and Blades of Glory. Although their marriage lasted nearly a decade, they announced their separation in 2012 and finalized their divorce in 2016. They share custody of their two sons, Archie and Abel. Despite the end of their marriage, Poehler and Arnett have spoken respectfully about one another in public, emphasizing mutual admiration and co-parenting cooperation.
Following her separation from Arnett, Poehler began dating comedian and actor Nick Kroll in 2013. They made several public appearances together and occasionally collaborated on screen. Kroll appeared in Poehler’s acclaimed NBC series Parks and Recreation as the recurring character “The Douche,” a satirical radio host. Though the couple parted ways in 2015, their relationship was well-received by fans and media alike.
Poehler gained widespread critical acclaim for her role as Leslie Knope in the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation, which ran for seven seasons from 2009 to 2015. Her portrayal of the enthusiastic and civic-minded public servant earned her a Golden Globe Award and several Primetime Emmy nominations. The show remains a cultural touchstone, known for its wit and optimistic tone.
With a career spanning decades in comedy, acting, and production, Amy Poehler has achieved significant financial success. As of the most recent estimates, she has a net worth of $20 million. Her influence extends beyond television through her production company Paper Kite Productions, which supports female-led content and emerging comedic voices.
| Birth Date: | 16 Sep, 1971 |
| Age: | 48 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Newton |
| residence: | Chicago Burlington Tribeca Newton |
| Education: | Burlington High School Boston College |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American actress |
| Twitter Id: | Glamoureptile |
| Spouse: | Will Arnett[2003-2016] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 25 million |
