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Pamela Adlon

American Actress and Writer

Pamela Adlon, born Pamela Segall on July 9, 1966, in New York City, is an American actress, writer, producer, and director. She comes from an acting family and began her career in television in 1983. She is known for her distinctive voice and compelling performances across television and film. She has dual citizenship in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Her personal life has been marked by her experiences as a single mother. She was married to Felix O. Adlon from 1996 to 2010, and they have three daughters: Gideon, Odessa, and Valentine. 

Her upbringing in a creative and artistic environment, with her father being a television comedy writer-producer and her mother of English descent, played a pivotal role in shaping her career. She began performing at a young age, doing voice-over work at her father's radio studio.

Her lifestyle reflects her dedication to her craft and her family. She has managed to balance her professional and personal life, often drawing inspiration from her experiences as a single mother to create authentic and relatable characters. Her work on the acclaimed FX comedy-drama series "Better Things," which she co-created, wrote, produced, and directed, is a testament to her ability to blend her personal experiences with her professional endeavors.

Full Name Pamela Adlon
Other Name Pamela Segall
Gender Female
Occupation Actress/Writer/Producer/Director
Date of Birth 09-July-1966 (60 years)
Birth Year 1966
Birth Location New York City, U.S.

Her career spans over four decades, with notable roles in both live-action and animated television series. She is best known for voicing Bobby Hill in the animated comedy series "King of the Hill," for which she won a Primetime Emmy Award. 

She has also voiced characters in "Jungle Cubs," "Recess," "Pepper Ann," "Time Squad," and the Tinkerbell franchise. In addition to her voice acting, she has appeared in live-action series such as "Californication" and "Louie," the latter of which she also wrote and produced alongside Louis C.K. Her work on "Louie" garnered her four Primetime Emmy Award nominations.

Her filmography includes a variety of roles in both feature films and television shows. She made her acting debut in "Grease 2" in 1982 and has since appeared in films such as "Say Anything...," "Bed of Roses," "Lucky 13," "Conception," "I Love You, Daddy," "All Square," "Bumblebee," and "Holler." She made her feature film directorial debut with the comedy "Babes" in 2024.

Throughout her career, Pamela Adlon has received numerous awards and nominations. She won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance for her role as Bobby Hill in "King of the Hill." She has also been nominated for several Primetime Emmy Awards for her work on "Louie" and "Better Things."

Percy Adlon

Father-in-law

Odessa A'zion

Daughter

Valentine Rocky Adlon

Daughter

Gideon Adlon

Daughter

Marina L Segall

Mother

Don Segall

Father

Felix Adlon ​ ​

Spouse ​(m. 1996; div. 2010)
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Pamela Adlon is 60 years old

Pamela Adlon was born on 09-July-1966

Pamela Adlon was born in New York City, U.S.

References
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pamela_Adlon
  • https://x.com/pamelaadlon
  • https://www.instagram.com/pamelaadlon/
  • https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0781899/

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