Desi Lydic
Biography
Desi Lydic, born Lani Desmonet Lydic on June 30, 1981 in Louisville, Kentucky, is an American comedian and actress. She began her screen career with the 2001 parody film Not Another Teen Movie. Lydic later appeared in the Spike mini‑series Invasion Iowa alongside William Shatner and in the parody series The Real Wedding Crashers. In film, she played Shea Seger in the 2011 movie We Bought a Zoo, which starred Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson, and she co‑starred in the 2013 comedy The Babymakers with Olivia Munn. In addition to her acting work, Lydic serves as a rotating host and senior correspondent on a late‑night talk and news‑satire program.
Career overview
Desi Lydic, born Lani Desmonet Lydic on June 30 1981 in Louisville, Kentucky, is an American actress who began her screen career with the 2001 parody film Not Another Teen Movie. Following that debut, she appeared in the Spike mini‑series Invasion Iowa, sharing the screen with William Shatner, and later took part in the parody series The Real Wedding Crashers.
In 2011 Lydic played Shea Seger in the family drama We Bought a Zoo, a film that starred Matt Damon and Scarlett Johansson. She continued to work in comedy, appearing in the 2013 feature The Babymakers alongside Olivia Munn.
Throughout her career Lydic has been credited in a range of film and television projects, accumulating over thirty known credits. In addition to acting, she is recognized as a comedian and serves as a rotating host and senior correspondent on the late‑night talk and news satire program The Daily… (title abbreviated). Her work spans parody, drama, and comedy, reflecting a versatile presence in contemporary American entertainment.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
37 titles- Space Cadet (2024) as Dr. Stacy Kellogg
- Irresistible (2020) as Fox News Anchor
- Remembering RBG: A Nation Ugly Cries (2020) as Self
- Remembering RBG: A Nation Ugly Cries (2020) Writer
- Remembering RBG: A Nation Ugly Cries (2020) Executive Producer
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015) as Self
- The Odd Couple (2015) as Kim
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self
- Friends with Better Lives (2014) as Jess
- The Client List (2012) as Dee Ann
- The Babymakers (2012) as Julie
- Darnell Dawkins: Mouth Guitar Legend (2012) as Helena
- Awkward. (2011) as Valerie Marks
- We Bought a Zoo (2011) as Shea Seger (Lasagna Mom)
- Traffic Light (2011) as Renee
- Poolboy: Drowning Out the Fury (2011) as Diana Torres
- Good Luck Charlie (2010) as Susan
- Raising Hope (2010) as Uma
- The League (2009) as Waitress
- Stan Helsing (2009) as Mia
- Big Heart City (2008) as Rita/Jane
- Out at the Wedding (2007) as Jeannie
- The Real Wedding Crashers (2007)
- Invasion Iowa (2005)
- CSI: NY (2004) as Elaine Curtis
- Complete Savages (2004) as Woman #1
- Two and a Half Men (2003) as Veronica
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Guest
- Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde (2003) as Delta Nu Sister
- What I Like About You (2002) as Becky
- Not Another Teen Movie (2001) as Cutie (uncredited)
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self - Guest Host
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self - Host
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self - Correspondent
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self - Guest
- The Daily Show (1996) as George Santos Supporter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Desi Lydic best known for?
Desi Lydic is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Irresistible (2020), The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015), The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014), The Witches (1966).
When and where was Desi Lydic born?
Desi Lydic was born on June 30, 1981 in Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
How many credits does Desi Lydic have?
Desi Lydic has accumulated over 37 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1996 to 2024.
What is Desi Lydic's background in cinema and television?
Desi Lydic, born Lani Desmonet Lydic on June 30, 1981 in Louisville, Kentucky, is an American comedian and actress. She began her screen career with the 2001 parody film Not Another Teen Movie. Lydic later appeared in the Spike mini‑series Invasion Iowa alongside William Shatner and in the parody series The Real Weddin...