Full Name: Julia Scarlett Elizabeth Louis-Dreyfus
Born:
January 13, 1961, in New York City, U.S.
Occupation: Actress, comedian, and producer.
Nationality: American.
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
Education:
Attended Holton-Arms School in Bethesda, Maryland. Studied at Northwestern University, where she was part of the comedy troupe The Practical Theatre Company, but she dropped out before completing her degree to pursue
acting.
Family:
Father: Gérard Louis-Dreyfus, a French-American
billionaire and businessman (he passed away in 2016).
Mother:
Judith Bowles, an American author and special needs tutor.
Spouse:
Married to Brad Hall, a comedian and writer, since 1987.
Children:
Two sons, Henry Hall and Charlie Hall.
Career:
Julia Louis-Dreyfus is best known for her work in television comedy, becoming a household name for
her role as Elaine Benes on Seinfeld (1989–1998). Her career further flourished
with her role as Selina Meyer in the HBO series Veep (2012–2019). Throughout
her career, she has won numerous awards, including multiple Primetime Emmy
Awards, making her one of the most awarded actresses in television history.
Notable Shows: Saturday Night Live (1982-1985), Seinfeld (1989-1998), The New Adventures of
Old Christine (2006-2010), and Veep (2012-2019).
Louis-Dreyfus is also involved in film projects and voice acting, having appeared in films like
Enough Said (2013) and voiced roles in animated features such as A Bug's Life
(1998) and Onward (2020).
Net Worth:
As of 2024, Julia Louis-Dreyfus's net worth is estimated to be around $250 million, largely from her successful acting career and endorsements.
