Jamie Denbo
Biography
Jamie Denbo is an American actress, writer, and comedian who was born and raised in suburban Boston, specifically in Swampscott, Massachusetts. She is an only child whose mother is from Montreal and whose father is from New Jersey near Philadelphia, with both parents raised in Orthodox Jewish households. Denbo attended a Jewish day school from kindergarten through sixth grade and spent several summers at Camp Tel Noar in Hampstead, New Hampshire, where she performed in plays including Peter Pan. She later attended Boston University and participated in improvisational comedy. Professionally, Denbo is known as half of the comedy duo Ronna and Beverly alongside Jessica Chaffin, and she co-starred in the FX series Terriers while also appearing in the films Spy, The Heat, and Ghostbusters.
Career overview
Jamie Denbo is an American actress, writer, comedian, and half of the comedy duo Ronna and Beverly alongside Jessica Chaffin. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, and raised in suburban Boston in Swampscott, she is an only child. Her educational background includes attending a Jewish day school from kindergarten through sixth grade, followed by college at Boston University, where she participated in improvisational comedy. During her youth, she also spent several summers at Camp Tel Noar in Hampstead, New Hampshire, appearing in several plays and starring as Wendy in Peter Pan.
In her professional career, Denbo is known for her work across television and film. She co-starred in the FX television series Terriers. In addition to her television work, her film credits include appearances in Spy, The Heat, and the 2016 release of Ghostbusters.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
69 titles- The Sex Lives of College Girls (2021) as Loan Officer
- Kevin Can F**K Himself (2021) as Diane McAntee
- American Princess (2019) Creator
- 9-1-1 (2018) as The Bachelor Producer
- Station 19 (2018) as Grace Beckett
- GLOW (2017) as Detective Gold
- Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later (2017) as Bickering Wife
- Return of the Mac (2017) as Sam Kandor
- The Good Place (2016) as Chef Patricia
- Speechless (2016) as Janet
- Ghostbusters (2016) as Waitress
- Bajillion Dollar Propertie$ (2016) as Beverly
- Wrecked (2016) as Greta Liebowitz
- Get a Job (2016) as Sam's Mom
- Difficult People (2015) as Rizzo
- Spy (2015) as Casino Hostess
- Daddy's Home (2015) as Doris
- About a Boy (2014) as Fiona's Female Boss
- Bad Judge (2014) as Carla Myers
- Yellowbird (2014) as Maggie (voice)
- Mulaney (2014) as Sharisse
- Riot (2014) as Herself
- Bulimia: The Musical (2014) as Mother
- Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013) as Hillary
- Orange Is the New Black (2013) as Shelly Ginsberg
- Sam & Cat (2013) as Sharon
- Mighty Med (2013) as Bridget
- The Crazy Ones (2013) as Katherine
- The Heat (2013) as Beth
- Dark Minions (2013) as Carly (voice)
- Veep (2012) as Focus Group Leader
- Key & Peele (2012) as Sylvia Rosenblum
- Happy Endings (2011) as Gita
- Suburgatory (2011) as Deena Doogan
- Episodes (2011) as Bethany
- Goodnight Burbank (2011)
- Hot in Cleveland (2010) as Julie
- Mike & Molly (2010) as Officer Soltz
- Terriers (2010) as Maggie Lefferts
- Love Shack (2010) as Gretchen Becky
- Parks and Recreation (2009) as Kim Terlando
- Brothers (2009)
- Childrens Hospital (2008) as Nurse Robin
- Childrens Hospital (2008) as Jamie Denbo
- Childrens Hospital (2008) as Mother
- Childrens Hospital (2008) as Zipporah
- Yes Man (2008) as Marv's Wife
- The Mighty B! (2008) Writer
- Wild Girls Gone (2007) as Wet T-shirt Girl
- Happy Hour (2006) as Tina Difabio
- Grey's Anatomy (2005) Writer
- How I Met Your Mother (2005) as Sheila
- Weeds (2005) as Raylene
- Love, Inc. (2005) as Waitress
- Must Love Dogs (2005) as Bertha
- My Big Fat Obnoxious Boss (2004)
- Blackballed: The Bobby Dukes Story (2004) as Jill Watson
- Cold Case (2003) as Lindsay Port (2008)
- Reno 911! (2003) as Pageant Mom
- Reno 911! (2003) as Ren Faire Rachel
- Rock Me Baby (2003) as Karen
- Without a Trace (2002) as Natalie Bynum
- Half & Half (2002) as Cindy
- What's Up, Peter Fuddy? (2001)
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as Jamie Fowler
- Lost Souls (2000) as Sharon
- Family Guy (1999) as (voice)
- Sex and the City (1998) as Woman in Bathroom
- Last Night at Eddie's (1997) as Allison
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jamie Denbo best known for?
Jamie Denbo is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Sex Lives of College Girls (2021), 9-1-1 (2018), Station 19 (2018), GLOW (2017).
When and where was Jamie Denbo born?
Jamie Denbo was born on July 24, 1973 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
How many credits does Jamie Denbo have?
Jamie Denbo has accumulated over 69 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1997 to 2021.
What is Jamie Denbo's background in cinema and television?
Jamie Denbo is an American actress, writer, and comedian who was born and raised in suburban Boston, specifically in Swampscott, Massachusetts. She is an only child whose mother is from Montreal and whose father is from New Jersey near Philadelphia, with both parents raised in Orthodox Jewish households. Denbo attended...