Slate Jenny

Jenny Slate — Public Profile

Public figure: actress, comedian, author. Born March 25, 1980 in Milton, Delaware, United States. Known for a mix of television, film, and literary work, with notable roles in comedy, drama, and voice acting.

Biography at a glance

• Full name: Jenny Slate
• Birth: March 25, 1980, Milton, Delaware, United States
• Professions: Actress, comedian, author
• Key genres: Comedy, indie film, animation, voice acting

Notable works and career highlights

• Obvious Child (2014) — acclaimed feature film written by and starring Jenny Slate, blending comedy with a sensitive exploration of adulthood and parenthood.
• Parks and Recreation (2012–2014) — played Mona-Lisa Saperstein, a memorable and provocative supporting character on the NBC comedy series.
• Kroll Show (2013–2014) — appeared on this sketch series for Comedy Central, showcasing her distinctive comedic voice.
• Big Mouth (2017–2020) — original voice of Missy on the Netflix animated series; stepped down from the role in 2020, with the character later recast.
• Marcel the Shell with Shoes On (2021) — voices Marcel in the feature film adaptation; co-created the character and contributed to its development.
• Little Weirds (2019) — a published collection of essays and whimsy, exploring imagination and everyday eccentricities.

Recent projects and activities

• Marcel the Shell with Shoes On (2021) — feature film adaptation featuring Jenny Slate’s voice work and creative input; widely discussed for its charming tone and inventive storytelling.
• Continued involvement in theater, writing, and public appearances; broader focus on writing and literary projects after notable shifts in TV/animation roles.

News and notable events

• 2020 — Made public that she would no longer voice the character Missy on Big Mouth; the role was recast, reflecting ongoing conversations about representation and voice acting in animation.
• 2019–2021 — Continued publication and promotion of Little Weirds, expanding her work beyond acting into written storytelling.

Social media and public presence

• Instagram: @jennyslate — public updates, behind-the-scenes content, and occasional personal insights
• Twitter/X: @JennySlate — to follow short-form thoughts, announcements, and engagement with fans

Additional information

• Jen­ny Slate’s body of work spans film, television, animation, stand-up, and literature, reflecting a versatile creative approach and a distinctive comic voice.
• Her writing often blends humor with candid, introspective observations about daily life, relationships, and imagination.
• Public discourse around her work has touched on topics such as representation in animation, solo performance, and adapting stage ideas for screen and print.