Kaitlin Olson
Kaitlin Olson
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Curb Your Enthusiasm
Kaitlin Olson is one reason women are fast becoming a force in the comedy world. Well known for her unique blend of character and comedic acting, she has left her mark on some of television's hottest shows.
Last fall, Olson returned to FX for Season 5 of the critically acclaimed series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. The press has picked up on her performance as "Sweet Dee," declaring her "the next queen of comedy."
Early this year, she appeared in the romantic comedy Leap Year in which she starred as "Libby", best friend to Amy Adams' character, "Anna."
She played "Sherry" in the independent film Weather Girl, winner of the Best Film Award at the 2009 Vail Film Festival. Her role was that of a morning show co-host opposite Mark Harmon. The ensemble cast also included Jane Lynch, Jon Cryer and Blair Underwood.
Kaitlin has been praised for crafting unique and memorable characters for several shows. On Curb Your Enthusiasm, she was Larry's sister-in-law "Becky." On FX's The Riches, she played the one-armed neighbor "Hartley Underwood." And on The Drew Carey Show, she was Mimi's nemesis "Traylor" for two seasons. Other television credits include Miss Match, The George Lopez Show and Out of Practice.
Also known for her improv talent, Kaitlin began her career with a highly coveted spot in The Groundlings Sunday Company, a training ground for such comics as Will Ferrell and Phil Hartman. The showcase led to her casting in several improv/hidden camera shows, including Punk'd, The Jamie Kennedy Experiment and Meet the Marks. She was also a series regular on FOX's Kelsey Grammer Presents: The Sketch Show.
Kaitlin Olson was born and raised in Tigard, Oregon, and graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in Theatre Arts. She lives in Los Angeles with husband, Rob McElhenney, and their dog, Oscar. They are expecting their first child in August 2010.
Kaitlin Olson at the Internet Movie Database