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Julia Scarlett Elizabeth Louis-Dreyfus

Julia Scarlett Elizabeth Louis-Dreyfus was born on January 13, 1961 in New York City, New York County, New York United States. Julia Louis-Dreyfus got married to William Bradford Hall on June 25, 1987 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, and has children Henry Hunter Hall and Charles Thompson Hall.

January 13, 1961

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Introduction

Julia Scarlett Elizabeth Louis-Dreyfus was born on January 13, 1961 in New York City, to parents Judith LeFever Bowles and Gérard Louis-Dreyfus. She was born into a well-established and affluent family in New York City as her father, Gérard Louis-Dreyfus, was a successful businessman from the Louis-Dreyfus family. She attended the Holton-Arms School in Bethesda, Maryland, during her high school years and developed an early interest in performing arts which led her to pursue a degree in theater at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Her career in acting began in the early 1980s when she joined the cast of SNL in 1982 and remained a regular cast member for three seasons. Julia Louis-Dreyfus's breakthrough role came with the iconic sitcom "Seinfeld," which premiered in 1989 where she portrayed the character Elaine Benes, Jerry Seinfeld's ex-girlfriend and close friend. After "Seinfeld," Julia continued to build on her success with roles in various television shows and films including "The New Adventures of Old Christine" (for which she won an Emmy), "Veep" (for which she received multiple Emmy Awards), and film roles in projects like "Enough Said" (2013).
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January 13, 1961

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Ethnicity & Family History

Julia Louis-Dreyfus was born on January 13, 1961, in New York City, New York, to parents Judith LeFever Bowles and Gérard Louis-Dreyfus. Gérard Louis-Dreyfus was born on June 21, 1932 in Paris, France. He was an American businessman who was part of the prominent Louis-Dreyfus family, known for their involvement in the commodities and shipping business. He passed away on September 16, 2016, Mount Kisco, NY. Judith LeFever Bowles, Julia's mother, was a writer and special needs tutor who lives, writes and gardens in Washington D.C. She earned an MFA from American University where she taught creative writing. Two of her short stories were selected for the PEN Syndicated Fiction Project. Julia has two half-sisters from her father's previous marriage, Emma Louis-Dreyfus and Phoebe Louis-Dreyfus.
Nationality & Locations

Julia Louis-Dreyfus has both American and French ancestry through her parents. She was born in New York City, and spent a significant part of her early life there before her family moved to Washington, D.C. Given her successful acting career, particularly in television, Julia Louis-Dreyfus has spent a considerable amount of time in Los Angeles, where "Seinfeld" was shot and produced.
Early Life & Education

Julia was born into a well-established and affluent family in New York City. Her father, Gérard Louis-Dreyfus, was a successful businessman from the Louis-Dreyfus family, known for their involvement in the commodities and shipping business. Her family had relocated to the Washington, D.C., area and she attended the Holton-Arms School in Bethesda, Maryland, during her high school years. Julia developed an early interest in performing arts, particularly in theater. This interest led her to pursue a degree in theater at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois.
Religious Beliefs

Julia Louis-Dreyfus was born into a Jewish family, and she has identified herself as Jewish.
Military Service

Julia Louis-Dreyfus has not served in the military.
Professional Career

Julia Louis-Dreyfus's early career in acting began in the early 1980s. She gained widespread recognition for her work on "Saturday Night Live" and joined the cast of SNL in 1982. She remained a regular cast member for three seasons, showcasing her comedic talents. While still on SNL, Julia appeared in the popular holiday film "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," in 1989 where she played the character of Margo Chester. Julia Louis-Dreyfus's breakthrough role came with the iconic sitcom "Seinfeld," which premiered in 1989. She portrayed the character Elaine Benes, Jerry Seinfeld's ex-girlfriend and close friend. Her performance earned her critical acclaim and several award nominations. During her time on "Seinfeld," Julia received a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 1996. After "Seinfeld," Julia continued to build on her success with roles in various television shows and films. Notable projects include "The New Adventures of Old Christine" (for which she won an Emmy), "Veep" (for which she received multiple Emmy Awards), and film roles in projects like "Enough Said" (2013).
Personal Life & Family

Julia Louis-Dreyfus has been married to Brad Hall since 1987. Brad Hall is also a comedian, writer, and actor, and he is known for his work on "Saturday Night Live." The couple met while attending Northwestern University, and they have two sons together, Henry and Charles. Julia Louis-Dreyfus has been an advocate for environmental issues and has supported the Environmental Defense Fund, an organization focused on addressing environmental challenges. She has also been involved with Heal the Bay, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting Southern California's coastal waters and watersheds, advocated for Planned Parenthood, an organization that provides reproductive health services. As an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, Julia Louis-Dreyfus has supported the Human Rights Campaign, a leading LGBTQ+ civil rights organization. She has also participated in events and initiatives for Stand Up to Cancer, a charitable program that raises funds for cancer research and treatment.
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