Aubrey Plaza - 2020's

Aubrey Plaza is an American actress, comedian, and producer known for her distinctive deadpan delivery and offbeat humor. From 2020 to 2024, she continued to build on her success and diversify her career with notable projects in television and film.

Television: In 2020, Plaza starred in the second season of The Handmaid’s Tale as a character named "Ophelia," showing a darker, more intense side of her acting skills. She continued her work as a producer and appeared in various series, including Little Demon (2022), an animated show she co-created, voiced, and executive produced. Plaza’s character in the show was a single mother whose daughter is the Antichrist. She also made appearances in Legion, the critically acclaimed superhero series, where she portrayed the complex character of Lenny Busker until its conclusion.

Film: Plaza's film career in this period featured both independent films and more mainstream projects. She starred in Black Bear (2020), a psychological thriller where her performance was praised for its emotional depth and complexity. In 2022, she starred in Emily the Criminal, a critically acclaimed indie film in which she played the title role of a young woman who turns to crime to escape her student debt and personal struggles. This film earned Plaza recognition for her versatility and intense portrayal of an anti-heroine.

She also featured in White Lotus (2021-2022), where her role as a guest at an exclusive resort generated much buzz, even earning her a nomination for a Golden Globe. Her role in this HBO series earned her widespread acclaim and solidified her status as one of Hollywood's top rising stars.