Elizabeth Banks, born Elizabeth Maresal Mitchell on February 10, 1974, is an American actress, film director, producer, and voice actor. She was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, and is of English, Scottish, Welsh, and Irish ancestry. Raised in a middle-class household, she is the daughter of Ann Wallace and Mark P. Mitchell. She has one brother, Geoff Mitchell. Banks is known for her bright blue eyes and blonde hair. She stands at approximately 5 feet 4½ inches tall and maintains a fit physique. Her zodiac sign is Aquarius, and she identifies as straight and of Jewish faith.
Elizabeth Banks made her screen debut in the independent film Surrender Dorothy. Though the film received limited attention, it marked the beginning of a prolific career. She gained wider recognition for her work in Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy, playing the role of Betty Brant. Her performances in Seabiscuit, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Invincible, The Uninvited, and The Next Three Days further established her as a versatile and talented actress.
Banks received two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for her recurring role on the NBC sitcom 30 Rock, where she portrayed the character Avery Jessup. Her prominent film credits also include major roles in The Hunger Games series and Definitely, Maybe.
Apart from acting, Elizabeth Banks has found notable success behind the camera. She co-founded Brownstone Productions with her husband, Max Handelman. The production company has produced several successful projects, contributing to her expanding role in the entertainment industry as a director and producer.
Banks met Max Handelman on her first day at college on September 6, 1992. After a long courtship, they married in 2003. The couple has two sons, Felix and Magnus Mitchell, both born via surrogate in 2011 and 2012 respectively. Banks is known for being deeply private about her personal life, focusing instead on her professional achievements.
A fan of football, Banks enjoys watching the sport in her downtime. She has expressed admiration for television host David Letterman, whom she considers one of her favorite public figures. Her favorite holiday movie is reportedly Bad Santa.
She withdrew from the film The Crazies because she felt the role was too similar to her character in Slither. When Rosario Dawson exited the cast of Zack and Miri Make a Porno, Banks stepped into the role. Despite initially criticizing her early performance in Surrender Dorothy in an interview with Slate, she has since cultivated a strong and respected presence in Hollywood.
In 2010, Banks was ranked 39th on FHM UK's “100 Sexiest Women in the World” list and 83rd in 2011 on the American edition of the list. Her public appeal and fashion sense have consistently made headlines over the years. She is represented by Untitled Entertainment and has appeared in commercials for brands like L’Oréal Paris Preference and Wendy’s, and in public service announcements such as MalariaNoMore.org.
Elizabeth Banks is known for actively engaging with her fans through social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube. She also maintains a personal website, elizabethbanks.com. Her professional biography and verified updates can be found on reputable websites, including official entertainment databases like NNDB, although she advises fans to seek credible sources for information over gossip-fueled outlets.
With a net worth estimated at approximately $16.5 million, Elizabeth Banks continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Her work in front of and behind the camera, along with her strategic involvement in production, underscores her status as a multifaceted talent and a role model for aspiring artists in the field.
| Birth Date: | 10 Feb, 1974 |
| Age: | 46 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Pittsfield |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American actress, film producer, and director |
| Twitter Id: | ElizabethBanks |
| Spouse: | Max Handelman [M. 2003] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 50 million |
