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Lauren AmbroseAmerican actress
Date of Birth: 20.02.1978
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Lauren Ambrose
Lauren Ambrose, an American actress, was born in 1978 in New Haven, Connecticut. Her original last name is D'Ambruoso, but it was Americanized to Ambrose by her Italian relatives on her father's side. Since her childhood, Lauren had a passion for acting, singing, and performing arts. After graduating from high school, she chose to study opera and vocal performance at the Tanglewood Institute at Boston University.
Early Career
Lauren's acting career began on the theater stages of New York City and with small roles on television. However, her distinct red hair, unique appearance, and captivating voice quickly made her stand out. In 1997, she made her film debut, and by 2000, she landed the lead role of Frankie Wheeler in Robert J. Siegel's drama "Swimming." That same year, Lauren Ambrose also played another lead character in the comedy-horror film "Psycho Beach Party." Her performance in the TV series "Six Feet Under," which premiered in 2001, earned her two Emmy nominations and brought her maximum recognition and fame.
Theater and Film Success
While maintaining her presence on the theater stage, Lauren continued to act in various mediums. In 2006, she made her Broadway debut in the production of "Awake and Sing!" at the Lincoln Center Theater. In 2007, she portrayed Juliet at the Delacorte Theater, and in 2008, she played Ophelia. In 2007, Lauren Ambrose also delivered one of her most notable film performances as Heather Wolfe in Andrew Wagner's drama "Starting Out in the Evening." Her character, a young student, became both a muse and a challenge for an aging man whose life was already in decline. However, it was because of her that his life took an unexpected turn.
Prolific Year
The year 2009 was particularly fruitful for Ambrose, with numerous roles in both film and theater. She starred alongside Natalie Portman in Don Roos' drama "Love and Other Impossible Pursuits" (originally intended for Jennifer Lopez). Additionally, she appeared in Spike Jonze's family film "Where the Wild Things Are," Sofia Barthes' drama "Cold Souls," and Michael Almereyda's film "Tonight at Noon." Among her theater roles that year was the Broadway production of "Exit the King."
Personal Life
Since 2001, Lauren Ambrose has been married to professional photographer Sam Handel, and they have a son together.
