Taylor Momsen
Biography
Taylor Momsen is an American actress. She has been cast in various films, including How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams, and Underdog. Momsen also portrayed the character of Jenny Humphrey on the CW's teen drama series Gossip Girl from 2007 to 2010, and reprised her role in 2012. She has appeared in a total of 26 acting credits. Momsen is known for her work in the entertainment industry, transitioning from acting to music as the frontwoman of the American rock band The Pretty Reckless. Her acting career has spanned multiple film and television projects, showcasing her versatility as a performer.
Career overview
Taylor Momsen is a former actress who has been involved in the entertainment industry. Prior to her retirement from acting, she portrayed the character of Cindy Lou Who in the film How the Grinch Stole Christmas. She also appeared in Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams as Alexandra Anami, and in Underdog as Molly.
Momsen's acting career also includes a role on the CW's teen drama series Gossip Girl, where she played the character of Jenny Humphrey. Her appearance on the show spanned from 2007 to 2010, and she made a guest appearance in 2012. These roles demonstrate her involvement in the film and television industry during her acting career.
Momsen's acting credits include a total of 26 known credits. She has been involved in various projects throughout her career, showcasing her versatility as an actress. Her work in film and television has been a significant part of her professional endeavors.
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- The 99th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (2025) as Self - Performer
- A Grammy Salute to The Beach Boys (2023) as Self
- Long Live Rock... Celebrate the Chaos (2021) as Self
- The Pretty Reckless - Live at the Los Angeles's iHeartRadio Theater 2016 (2018) as Self
- Double Dutchess: Seeing Double (2017)
- The Pretty Reckless - Live in Las Vegas 2015 (2017) as Self
- The Pretty Reckless - Rock in Rio (USA) 2015 (2015) as Herself
- The Pretty Reckless - Live at Download Festival 2011 (2011) as Self
- BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge (2010) as Self
- Elle Style Awards Turkiye (2010) as Self - Winner
- That Metal Show (2008) as Herself
- Spy School (2008) as Madison Kramer
- Making Paranoid Park (2008)
- Gossip Girl (2007) as Jenny Humphrey
- Underdog (2007) as Molly
- Paranoid Park (2007) as Jennifer
- Saving Shiloh (2006) as Samantha Wallace
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self - Musical Guest
- Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (2002) as President's Daughter
- We Were Soldiers (2002) as Daughter Julie Moore
- Hansel & Gretel (2002) as Gretel
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) as Cindy Lou Who
- The Prophet's Game (2000) as Honey Bee Swan
- Early Edition (1996) as Allie (uncredited)