Ari Graynor

Ari Graynor is an American actress who has made a name for herself on both stage and screen. Born on April 27, 1983, in Boston, Massachusetts, Graynor grew up in a Jewish family and attended Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut, where she studied English and Drama.

Graynor began her acting career on stage, making her Broadway debut in 2005 in the play "Brooklyn Boy" by Donald Margulies. She played the role of Alison, the love interest of the main character, and received critical acclaim for her performance. Graynor followed up her Broadway debut with a role in the off-Broadway play "Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead" in 2005. She played the role of Van's Sister, a character based on Lucy from the Peanuts comic strip. The play was a dark and comedic take on the Peanuts characters and was well-received by audiences and critics alike.
Graynor continued to work on stage, appearing in a number of off-Broadway productions, including "Trust" by Paul Weitz and "The Little Dog Laughed" by Douglas Carter Beane. In 2012, Graynor returned to Broadway in the play "The Performers" by David West Read. The play was a comedy about the porn industry and Graynor played the role of Sara, a porn star. While the play received mixed reviews, Graynor's performance was praised by many critics.
In addition to her work on stage, Graynor has also had a successful career in film and television. She made her film debut in 2003 in the movie "Mystic River" directed by Clint Eastwood. Graynor played the role of Eve Pigeon, the daughter of Sean Penn's character. The film was a critical and commercial success and received several Academy Award nominations.
Graynor continued to work in film, appearing in a number of independent movies, including "An American Crime" and "Holy Rollers." She also had supporting roles in mainstream films like "Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist" and "Whip It." In 2011, Graynor landed a leading role in the comedy film "The Sitter" opposite Jonah Hill. The film was a commercial success and helped to establish Graynor as a comedic actress.
Graynor has also had a successful career on television. She has appeared in a number of popular shows, including "Veronica Mars," "Fringe," and "The Office." In 2012, Graynor landed a leading role in the CBS sitcom "Bad Teacher," based on the 2011 film of the same name. Graynor played the role of Meredith Davis, a former trophy wife who becomes a teacher to find her next wealthy husband. While the show received mixed reviews, Graynor's performance was praised by many critics.
In addition to her work in film and television, Graynor has also worked in the music industry. In 2011, she provided vocals for the song "Just Like Honey" by The Jesus and Mary Chain for the soundtrack of the film "The Sitter." Graynor also appeared in the music video for the song.
Graynor is known for her versatility as an actress, able to play both comedic and dramatic roles with ease. She has received critical acclaim for her performances on stage and screen, and has established herself as one of the most talented actresses of her generation.