Alison Pill

About

Alison Pill is a Canadian actress, born on November 27, 1985, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She began her acting career as a child, gaining significant recognition in Canadian television, film, and theater. Her breakthrough role came when she was cast in the Broadway revival of "The Lieutenant in Inishmore" in 2006, earning her a Tony Award nomination. Pill is best known for her performances in television series like "The Newsroom" and "American Horror Story: Cult", as well as films such as "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" and "Midnight in Paris". She also became a series regular in the popular streaming series, "Star Trek: Picard". Renting true to her theater roots, Pill continues to perform on stage in between her film and television work.

Associated With

Alison Pill has an extensive association with many prominent figures in the film and theatre industry. Working alongside influential actors like Jeff Daniels and Emily Mortimer in the HBO series "The Newsroom," and with actors like Diane Keaton, Kevin Kline, Dianne Wiest, and Richard Jenkins in the feature film "Darling Companion," she has established excellent working relationships. She's also worked with renowned directors like Woody Allen in "Midnight in Paris." Other collaborations include working with the acclaimed Coen Brothers in "The Unthinkable Molly Brown." On a personal level, she was formerly engaged to actorA performer who portrays a character in a film, television show, theater, or other dramatic producti... Jay Baruchel and is now married to actor and screenwriterA writer who creates scripts for movies and television shows, crafting dialogue, characters, and the... Joshua Leonard. Pill's significant collaborations are a testament to her versatility and talent in the film and theatre industry.

Career Highlights

• 2000: Began acting career with her first significant role in the TV series "PSI Factor: Chronicles of the Paranormal."
• 2003: Received her first major film role in "Pieces of April."
• 2006: Earned a Tony nomination for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Play for her role in "The Lieutenant of Inishmore."
• 2008: Starred in the Broadway play "Mauritius" for which she won the Theatre World Award for Outstanding Broadway Debut.
• 2009: Gained critical recognition for her role in the film "Milk," which was nominated for several Academy Awards.
• 2010: Joined the cast of the HBO series "In Treatment."
• 2012: Starred in Aaron Sorkin's HBO series "The Newsroom."
• 2015: Made a significant slice in the film industry with her performance in the Oscar-winning movie "Spotlight."
• 2016: Highlighted performance in the Off-Broadway premiere of "Wait Until Dark."
• 2019: Cast in "Star Trek: Picard," a series on CBS All Access.
• 2020: Starred in FX on Hulu's mini-series "Devs."

Notable Awards

• Alison Pill is a talented actress but as of now, she hasn't won any notable individual awards. However, she has been nominated for several awards including a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her role in "The Lieutenant of Inishmore" in 2006. Additionally, she was also nominated as part of the ensemble cast for the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series for "The Newsroom" in 2012 and 2013.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Alison Pill Movie/TV Show?

Alison Pill is known for her roles in various popular films and TV shows, but arguably her most widely recognized role is as Maggie Jordan in "The Newsroom." The Emmy-winning TV show aired on HBO from 2012 to 2014 and was created by award-winning writer Aaron Sorkin. Pill's portrayal of the intelligent, quick-learning associate producer in "The Newsroom" is hailed as one of her most nuanced performances. However, she's also well-regarded for her roles in the critically acclaimed film "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" and the Emmy award-winning series "American Horror Story." Fundamentally, the most popular among them remains to be subjective and would vary depending on different audiences' preferences.

How Did Alison Pill Get Famous?

Alison Pill gained fame primarily through her work in both film and television. She made her debut in 1997, but her breakout role came in 2006 when she was cast in the television series "The Book of Daniel". However, she achieved wider recognition for her role as Maggie Jordan on the HBO series "The Newsroom" from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she gained notable attention for her roles in critically acclaimed films like "Dan in Real Life" and "Milk," and theater productions including "The Lieutenant of Inishmore" for which she received a Tony Award nomination. Her consistent performances across various mediums have contributed to her fame.