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Linda Cardellini, during her time as a theater student, was known to have cats. However, there is no recent information available regarding her having pets. In an appearance on ‘The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,’ Cardellini recounted an early experience in New York City, which included a backstage visit to ‘Saturday Night Live’ and seeing the musical ‘Cats’ on her first trip. She also shared memories of meeting Jimmy Fallon back then and discussed her immediate on-screen connection with Christina Applegate, her co-star in ‘Dead to Me'[1].
Linda Cardellini
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June 25, 1975 (49)
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Linda Cardellini is an American actress, known for her breakout role in the cult classic TV series “Freaks and Geeks.”
Linda Cardellini’s initial impact in the acting world came with her role as Lindsay Weir in “Freaks and Geeks.” Although the show had a brief run, it developed a substantial cult following. She continued to make her mark with significant roles in acclaimed TV series, including “ER” as nurse Samantha Taggart and “Mad Men,” where she played Sylvia Rosen. Her filmography is diverse, featuring her as Velma Dinkley in “Scooby-Doo” and its sequel, and as Cassie Cartwright in “Brokeback Mountain.” Cardellini has also lent her voice to characters in animated series like “Regular Show” and “Gravity Falls.”
Cardellini’s career is marked by collaborations with a range of celebrated artists. She worked alongside James Franco, Seth Rogen, and Jason Segel in “Freaks and Geeks,” forming a memorable ensemble cast. In “ER,” she shared the screen with Maura Tierney and Goran Visnjic. Her role in “Mad Men” saw her acting opposite Jon Hamm, contributing to the series’ critical acclaim. In the film “Brokeback Mountain,” she worked with Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Michelle Williams. Her voice acting in “Gravity Falls” involved collaboration with Kristen Schaal and Alex Hirsch, while in “Regular Show,” she worked with J.G. Quintel and William Salyers. Cardellini’s role in “Avengers: Age of Ultron” and “Avengers: Endgame” had her sharing scenes with Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, and Scarlett Johansson, among others. Her performance in “Dead to Me” alongside Christina Applegate received critical acclaim.
Throughout her career, Cardellini has been recognized for her contributions to film and television. She received an Emmy nomination for her guest role in “Mad Men” and has been a part of projects that have garnered critical and audience acclaim. Her work in “Dead to Me” earned her a nomination for the Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Series. Cardellini’s role in “Brokeback Mountain” contributed to the film’s multiple award nominations and wins, including an Academy Award for Best Picture.
