Rachel Brosnahan

Biography

Rachel Brosnahan, born on July 12, 1990, is a talented American actress celebrated for her dynamic performances across various media. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Midge Maisel, an aspiring stand-up comedian, in the acclaimed Amazon Prime series *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel* (2017–2023). Her portrayal earned her a Primetime Emmy Award in 2018, along with two consecutive Golden Globe Awards in 2018 and 2019, solidifying her status in the entertainment industry.

Before her breakthrough, Brosnahan showcased her acting skills in the political drama *House of Cards* (2013–2015), which garnered her an Emmy nomination. She also appeared in the critically praised series *Manhattan* (2014–2015). Her film career began with the horror movie *The Unborn* (2009) and continued with notable roles in *Beautiful Creatures* (2013), *Louder Than Bombs* (2015), *The Finest Hours* (2016), and *Patriots Day* (2016). More recent projects include *Spies in Disguise* (2019), *The Courier* (2020), and *I'm Your Woman* (2020).

Brosnahan's stage work is equally impressive; she made her Broadway debut in 2013 with the revival of Clifford Odets’ *The Big Knife* and later portrayed Desdemona in the off-Broadway production of *Othello*. In 2023, she returned to Broadway in a revival of Lorraine Hansberry's *The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window*, further showcasing her versatility as an actress.