Kristen Wiig is a American actress, comedian, writer, and producer, best known for her versatile performances on Saturday Night Live. She also appeared in the films The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013), The Skeleton Twins (2014), The Diary of a Teenage Girl (2015), The Martian (2015), Ghostbusters (2016), Downsizing (2017), Mother! (2017), and Wonder Woman 1984 (2020). Wiig was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress for her role in the comedy miniseries The Spoils of Babylon (2014) and for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in the comedy-drama series Palm Royale (2024).
Birth Name
Kristen Carroll Wiig
Nickname
Kristen Wiig, The Brown Cow
Profession
Actress, Comedian, Writer, Producer
Nationality
American
Personal Life
Birthday / Date of Birth
She was born on 22nd of August 1973, in Canandaigua, New York, United States.
Age
She’s currently 52 years old.
Sun Sign
Leo
Ethnicity
White
She is of Norwegian and Irish descent on her father’s side while she is of Scottish and English descent from her mother’s side.
Religion
Christianity
Education
Wiig studied at the Nitrauer Elementary School in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Later, she got admission at the Manheim Township Middle School and studied there until 8th grade. After her family moved to Rochester, New York, she got enrolled at the Allendale Columbia School and studied there for two years, leaving school in 10th grade. After graduating from Brighton High School in Rochester, she took up an art major at the University of Arizona, then decided to drop out to pursue acting.
Family Details
- Father – Jon Wiig (Operated a lake marina in Western New York)
- Mother – Laurie Wiig (Artist)
- Siblings – Erik Wiig (Brother)
Marital Status
Divorced
Boyfriend / Spouse
Kristen Wiig has dated-
Kristen was married to actor Hayes Hargrove from 2005 to 2009 and later dated The Strokes drummer Fabrizio Moretti from 2011 to 2013. In 2019, she became engaged to actor Avi Rothman, and in 2020, they welcomed twins, a son and a daughter, via surrogacy. The couple married in February 2021.
Physical Statistics
Height
- In feet – 5 feet 6 inches
- In centimeters – 168 cm
- In meters – 1.68 m
Weight
- In Kilograms – 56 kg
- In Pounds – 123 lbs
Body Measurements
- Measurements – 33-24-35
- Bust – 34 inches
- Waist – 24 inches
- Hip – 35 inches
- Bra Size – 32A
Body Build
Slim
Eye Color
Grayish Blue
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Shoe Size
She wears a size 8 (US) shoe.
Dress Size
Her dress size is 5 (US).
Sexuality
Straight
Professional Statistics
Famous For
She joined Saturday Night Live (2005), and earning four Emmy nominations for her performances. Her breakthrough came with Bridesmaids (2011), which she co-wrote and starred in, earning critical acclaim, box office success, and nominations for a Golden Globe and an Academy Award. She continued to star in comedies and dramas, including The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, The Skeleton Twins, The Diary of a Teenage Girl, The Martian, and Ghostbusters (2016).
Film Debut
In 2003, Wiig landed with a small role in the drama movie, Melvin Goes to Dinner. As a leading lady, she made her film debut in the Christmas film, Unaccompanied Minors (2006).
Television Debut
In 2003, she appeared in first season of Spike TV’s The Joe Schmo Show, in which she portrayed Dr. Pat, a quack marriage counselor. She gained immense fame and recognition for appearing in the popular comedy sketch show, Saturday Night Live (2005), for which she earned multiple Emmy nominations.
Brand Endorsements
Kristen was cast in a TV commercial for fast food chain, Pizza Hut. In the funny advert, she was cast in multiples roles.
Kristen Wiig Net worth
Kristen Wiig has an estimated net worth of $25 million dollars as of 2025.
Social Media Portfolio
She doesn’t have any social media account.
Some Lesser Known Facts About Kristen Wiig
- Wiig began her career by performing with comedy troops and in live television comedy shows.
- She is of English and Scottish descent from her mother’s side and Norwegian and Irish ancestry from her father’s side.
- In her early struggling days in Los Angeles, she was employed to wait tables in the executive dining room of Universal Studios.
- She has been nominated for prestigious awards like ‘Academy Awards’ and ‘Primetime Emmy Awards’ for her contribution to movies.
- She was working with the popular improv group, The Groundlings, when her manager encouraged her to send a tape for the work in a sketch show, Saturday Night Live.
- In 2003, she had to be sent to the hospital after she suffered an injury while shooting for The Joe Schmo Show.
- She has guest-starred on the Emmy-winning NBC series 30 Rock (2006), the HBO series Bored to Death (2009), with Jason Schwartzman, and Flight of the Conchords (2007).
- In December 2008, Wiig was featured in Entertainment Weekly’s list of 15 Great Performances for her various impersonations on Saturday Night Live.
- In April 2009, the Entertainment Weekly included Wiig in their list featuring 25 Funniest Women in Hollywood.
- In 2011, Wiig co-wrote and starred in Bridesmaids, along with Melissa McCarthy, Maya Rudolph, and Rose Byrne.
- In 2016, she also voiced a hot dog bun in the animated comedy Sausage Party, and played a woman planning a robbery in Masterminds.
- In 2017, she provided her voice for Despicable Me 3 and appeared in the film, Downsizing, reuniting with Damon.
- In 2021, Kristen played Aunt Carlotta in the Netflix film, A Boy Called Christmas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Kristen Wiig?
She is a American actress, comedian, writer, and producer, best known for her versatile performances on Saturday Night Live.
What is the age of Kristen Wiig?
She is 52 years old (22nd of August 1973).
What is the real name of Kristen Wiig?
Her real name is Kristen Carroll Wiig.
What is Kristen Wiig Height?
The Height of Kristen is 1.68 m (5′6”).
What is Kristen Wiig Weight?
The Weight of Wiig is 56 kg (123 lbs).
What is the Net worth of Kristen Wiig?
She has an estimated net worth of $25 million dollars as of 2025.