Jane Krakowski

Jane Krakowski
Name	Jane Krakowski
Caption	Krakowski in 2014
Birth name	Jane Krajkowski
Birth date	11 October 1968
Birth place	Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, U.S.
Occupation	Actress, singer
Yearsactive	1981–present
Spouse	Robert Godley, 2023

Jane Krakowski is an American actress and singer renowned for her work in television, film, and theatre. She gained widespread recognition for her roles on the acclaimed television series 30 Rock and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, earning multiple Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Krakowski is also a celebrated stage performer, having won a Tony Award for her role in the Broadway revival of Nine.

Early life and education

Jane Krakowski was born in Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, to Barbara (née Benoit), a college theatre instructor, and Edward Krajkowski, a chemical engineer. She began performing at a young age, appearing in television commercials and studying dance. Krakowski attended and graduated from Parsippany High School before pursuing a professional career. Her early training included studies at the Professional Children's School in New York City, balancing her education with her initial forays into acting.

Career

Krakowski's career began with a notable role on the daytime soap opera Search for Tomorrow, for which she received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination. She transitioned to prime time with a multi-season role on the sitcom Ally McBeal, playing the quirky secretary Elaine Vassal. Her breakthrough came with her portrayal of the ambitious network executive Jenna Maroney on the critically lauded NBC series 30 Rock, a role that earned her four consecutive Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series nominations. She later starred as the narcissistic socialite Jacqueline White on the Netflix series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, created by Tina Fey and Robert Carlock, receiving further Emmy nominations. Her film work includes roles in movies such as National Lampoon's Vacation, The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas, and Alfie. Krakowski has also been a frequent guest on variety and talk shows, including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and has performed in numerous television specials.

Personal life

Krakowski was in a long-term relationship with advertising executive Robert Godley; the couple has one son, born in 2011. They married in a private ceremony in New York City in 2023. She maintains a residence in Manhattan and is known for being private about her family life. Krakowski is involved with various charitable organizations, including those supporting the arts and children's welfare.

Filmography

A selected list of Krakowski's film and television credits includes the film National Lampoon's Vacation (1983), the television series Ally McBeal (1997–2002), the film The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas (2000), the series 30 Rock (2006–2013), the film Alfie (2004), the series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (2015–2020), and the animated film The Willoughbys (2020). She has also made guest appearances on shows like Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and lent her voice to series such as Bob's Burgers.

Stage work

Krakowski has had a distinguished career on Broadway and the West End. She made her Broadway debut in Starlight Express and later earned critical acclaim for her performance in the revival of Guys and Dolls. She won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role as Liliane La Fleur in the 2003 revival of Nine. Other notable stage credits include a Drama Desk Award-nominated performance in She Loves Me and starring as Erma in the 2011 revival of Anything Goes at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. She has also performed in concerts at venues like Carnegie Hall and the Royal Albert Hall.

Awards and nominations

Throughout her career, Krakowski has received numerous accolades. She has been nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award five times for her work on 30 Rock and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. She won a Tony Award for Nine and has received additional Tony nominations for She Loves Me and Anything Goes. Her other honors include a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for Search for Tomorrow, several Screen Actors Guild Award nominations as part of the ensemble of 30 Rock, and a Drama Desk Award nomination. She has also been recognized by organizations like the Critics' Choice Television Awards.

Category:American television actresses Category:American film actresses Category:American stage actresses Category:Tony Award winners