Ellie Kemper, born Elizabeth Claire Kemper on May 2, 1980, in Kansas City, Missouri, is an American actress, comedian, and writer. She's best known for her roles as Erin Hannon in The Office and the titular character in Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Her performances have earned her critical acclaim, including Emmy nominations. Beyond TV, she's appeared in films like Bridesmaids and 21 Jump Street. Ellie is also an author, having published her memoir My Squirrel Days.