Amanda Seyfried
Actress in Mean Girls, Les Misérables, and Mank
Amanda Michelle Seyfried (born December 3, 1985) is an American actress and singer who has become one of Hollywood's most versatile performers. Born in Allentown, Pennsylvania, she began her career as a child actress in television before gaining widespread recognition for her role as Karen Smith in the 2004 teen comedy Mean Girls. Her breakout film success led to prominent roles in productions including Les Misérables (2012), where she performed alongside Hugh Jackman and Anne Hathaway, and Mama Mia! (2008). Seyfried earned critical acclaim and multiple award nominations for her nuanced performance as Marion Davies in David Fincher's Netflix film Mank (2020), which showcased her dramatic range. Beyond acting, she is an accomplished singer who performed in Les Misérables and released several albums. Known for her striking blue-gray eyes and distinctive voice, Seyfried has become a respected figure in entertainment, balancing major studio films with independent projects while maintaining a relatively private personal life.
Entertainment
American
1985
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Manda
Germanic origin
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