Maya Erskine | |
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Born | Los Angeles, California, U.S. | May 7, 1987
Education | New York University (BFA) |
Occupation(s) | Actress, writer |
Years active | 2010–present |
Partner(s) | Michael Angarano (2019–present) |
Children | 1 |
Parent |
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Maya Erskine (born May 7, 1987) is an American actress and writer. She is known for her roles as Maggie in Man Seeking Woman,[1] Mikki in Betas, and Mizu in Blue Eye Samurai. From 2019 to 2021, she starred in Hulu's original TV comedy series PEN15 alongside Anna Konkle;[2] the duo, who co-created and co-executive produced the series, played fictional versions of their 13-year-old selves.[3]
Early life and education
Erskine was born in Los Angeles, the daughter of Mutsuko Nigatawa and jazz drummer Peter Erskine.[4] Her mother is of Japanese descent, from Tokyo, and her father is of White American descent, from New Jersey. Her mother also plays the role of her character's mother on PEN15.[5]
Erskine attended Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences[5] and graduated from Los Angeles County High School for the Arts.[6] She then attended New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.[7] Erskine initially studied musical theater but shifted to the school's Experimental Theater Wing.[8] During her time at NYU, she met Anna Konkle while they were both studying abroad at a theater program in Amsterdam.[9][10]
Career
Erskine has performed with the Los Angeles–based theater groups the East West Players[11] and the Geffen Playhouse.[12] In 2019, she appeared in Amy Poehler's directorial debut, Wine Country, opposite a slate of comedians including Poehler, Maya Rudolph, Tina Fey, and Rachel Dratch.[4]
Personal life
In September 2019, she confirmed her relationship with actor Michael Angarano. On November 2, 2020, the couple revealed they were engaged and expecting a child. Their son Leon was born in 2021.[13][14]
Filmography
Film
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2015 | Frankenstein | Wanda | |
2018 | 6 Balloons | Cameron | |
When Jeff Tried to Save the World | Samantha | ||
2019 | Plus One | Alice Mori | |
Wine Country | Jade | ||
2020 | Scoob! | Judy Takamoto | Voice role |
2022 | DC League of Super-Pets | Mercy Graves | Voice role |
2025 | Wildwood | Darla Thennis | Voice role; in production |
TBA | Sacramento | TBA | Filming[15] |
Television
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2013 | Hart of Dixie | Nessie | 2 episodes |
Project Reality | |||
High School USA! | Student | Voice role; 4 episodes | |
2013–2014 | Betas | Mikki | Main role |
2014 | Next Time on Lonny | Charika | Episode: "Lonny is Famous" |
2015 | Stone Quackers | various | Voice role; 2 episodes |
Man Seeking Woman | Maggie | Main role (season 1) | |
Big Time in Hollywood, FL | Venice | Episode: "What Dreams May Come" | |
2016 | Heartbeat | Ji-Sung | Main role |
Son of Zorn | April Lee | Episode: "A Taste of Zephyria" | |
2016–2017 | Insecure | Diane Nakamura | Recurring role (seasons 1–2), 6 episodes |
2017 | Michael Bolton's Big, Sexy Valentine's Day Special | Susan | TV special |
Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later | Ginny | 3 episodes | |
2017–2018 | Casual | Rae | Recurring role (seasons 3–4), 15 episodes |
2019–2021 | PEN15 | Maya Ishii-Peters | Main role; also creator, writer, and executive producer |
2020 | BoJack Horseman | Ivy Tran | Voice role; episode: "Good Damage" |
Bob's Burgers | Kaylee | Voice role; 2 episodes | |
Robot Chicken | College Girl #4 | Voice role; episode: "Buster Olive in: The Monkey Got Closer Overnight" | |
Big Mouth | Cafeteria Girl Misha | Voice role; episode: "Cafeteria Girls" | |
2020–2021 | Crossing Swords | Princess Blossom | Recurring voice role, 5 episodes |
2022 | Obi-Wan Kenobi | Sully Stark | Miniseries 3 episodes |
2023 | Blue Eye Samurai | Mizu | TV series; main voice role[16] |
2024 | Mr. & Mrs. Smith | Mrs. Smith | Upcoming TV series; main role |
References
- ↑ "'Man Seeking Woman's Maya Erskine on "Dating Hitler"". Kore Asian Media. April 30, 2015. Archived from the original on November 12, 2016. Retrieved March 9, 2019.
- ↑ Davis, Allison P. (February 14, 2019). "How PEN15 Made Two 30-Year-Olds Look 13". The Cut. Retrieved March 9, 2019.
- ↑ Villarreal, Yvonne (February 8, 2019). "'PEN15' creators Maya Erskine and Anna Konkle on playing their uncool 13-year-old selves". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved February 16, 2019.
- 1 2 Tauer, Kristen (May 10, 2019). "Maya Erskine Breaks Out With a Little Help From Her Friends". WWD.com. Retrieved May 28, 2019.
- 1 2 Fallon, Kevin (May 1, 2019). "Maya Erskine Is About to Be Hollywood's Biggest Comedy Star". The Daily Beast. Retrieved May 28, 2019.
- ↑ "SM Drama Student Wins Major Award". Santa Monica Mirror. July 20, 2005. Retrieved August 5, 2017.
- ↑ "The Classical Studio Alumni". tisch.nyu.edu. Retrieved August 5, 2017.
- ↑ Wetmore, Brendan (March 13, 2019). "'PEN15' Stars Maya Erskine and Anna Konkle in Conversation". PAPER. Retrieved May 28, 2019.
- ↑ Carlin, Shannon (February 15, 2019). "How Re-Living The Horrors Of Middle School Changed The Stars Of 'PEN15' For The Better". Bustle. Retrieved February 20, 2019.
- ↑ Villarreal, Yvonne (February 8, 2019). "'PEN15' creators Maya Erskine and Anna Konkle on playing their uncool 13-year-old selves". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved February 20, 2019.
- ↑ Yap, Audrey Cleo (April 13, 2016). "Celebrating Its 50th Theatre Season, East West Players Looks to the Future". NBC News. Retrieved August 5, 2017.
- ↑ Playhouse, Geffen. "Media Center Cast". www.geffenplayhouse.org. Archived from the original on August 5, 2017. Retrieved August 5, 2017.
- ↑ Mizoguchi, Karen (November 2, 2020). "Maya Erskine Is Pregnant and Engaged! PEN15 Star and Michael Angarano Expecting Their First Child". People. Retrieved November 4, 2020.
- ↑ VanHoose, Benjamin; Ushe, Naledi (May 7, 2021). "Pen15 Star Maya Erskine and Fiancé Michael Angarano Welcome First Child". People Magazine. Retrieved May 7, 2021.
- ↑ Padilla, Cecilio (May 25, 2023). ""Sacramento" film wrapping up production: Maybe you'll catch a glimpse of stars at these spots". cbsnews.com. Retrieved June 4, 2023.
- ↑ "Netflix Orders 'Blue Eye Samurai' Animated Action Series from Michael Green & Amber Noizumi; Maya Erskine, George Takei, Masi Oka & Randall Park Lead Cast". October 9, 2020.