Elisabeth Singleton Moss, widely known as “Miss Elizabeth,” is an acclaimed American actress and producer.
She has received numerous honors, including two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards and a Tony Award nomination.
In 2017, Vulture named her the “Queen of Peak TV” in recognition of her contribution to television.
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- Full name: Elizabeth Singleton Moss
- Stage name: Elisabeth Moss
- Date of birth: July 24, 1982
- Age: 42 years old
- Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
- Nationality: United States
- Occupation: Actress and film producer
- Height: 1.6m
- Parents: Ronald Charles Moss, Linda Moss
- Siblings: Derek Moss
- Spouse: Fred Armisen (m. 2009–2011)
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: $30 million
early life and education
Elisabeth Singleton Moss was born on July 24, 1982 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
The daughter of British jazz musicians Ronald Charles Moss and Linda Moss, she grew up with her brother Derek Moss.
Moss was raised as a Scientologist, home-schooled, and completed school in 1999. She has a diverse ethnic background, with her father being of British ancestry and her mother being of Swedish ancestry, reflecting a fusion of British and Scandinavian ancestry.
Profession
Elisabeth Moss began her acting career after receiving ballet training at the School of American Ballet.
She gained early recognition with her role in the 1999 film Girl, Interrupted, which highlighted her talents and opened the door to television opportunities.
Moss’s first major television role was as Zoey Bartlet on “The West Wing” (1999-2006), but her breakthrough came on “Mad Men” (2007-2015) Peggy Olson.
Her nuanced performance as a determined woman rising in the male-dominated advertising industry of the 1960s earned her critical acclaim and multiple Emmy Award nominations.
Following the success of Mad Men, Moss showcased her acting skills in the BBC miniseries Top of the Lake (2013), for which she played detective Robin Griffin, for which she won a Golden Globe .
She further expanded her repertoire with stellar performances in films such as Us (2019) and The Invisible Man (2020), showcasing her ability in psychological thrillers and dramas.
Her work on these projects cemented her reputation as a versatile and compelling contemporary film and television actress.
Moss reaches new heights in the Hulu series The Handmaid’s Tale (2017-present), playing Offred, a woman fighting against oppression in a dystopian society.
Her performance received critical acclaim, earning her two Primetime Emmy Awards. As both lead actress and producer, Moss played a vital role in shaping the show, cementing her status as one of Hollywood’s most respected talents.
Awards and nominations
- primetime emmy awards
- golden globe award
- Screen Actors Guild Awards
social media
- Instagram account: @elisabethmossofficial
- Twitter account: @MossMewsings
personal life
Elisabeth Moss was previously married to comedian Fred Armisen from October 25, 2009, until their divorce on May 13, 2011.
Their marriage lasted less than a year before it ended amid reports of challenges in their relationship.
After their marriage, Moss was in a relationship with cinematographer Adam Arkapaw from 2012 to 2015.
As of January 2024, Moss revealed that she was expecting her first child but was keeping the identity of the father secret.
She has previously expressed her desire to become a mother and has spoken openly about her views on motherhood in interviews.
Currently, Moss is single and preparing for her new role as a parent while continuing to focus on her career and upcoming projects.
film chronology
- 1993: Frost Returns (dubbed)
- 1999: Girl, Interrupted
- 2000: Virgin
- 2003: United States of Leland
- 2004: broom
- 2005: Honeymooners
- 2007: The Cake Eater
- 2008: Details
- 2009: Taking him to Greece
- 2010: Greenberg
- 2011: A higher realm
- 2012: Sunshine Cleaning
- 2012: The one I love
- 2013: Listen Philip
- 2014: Give me shelter
- 2015: Queen of Earth
- 2015: Meadowland
- 2016: The light between oceans
- 2017: Square
- 2017: Seagull
- 2018: her scent
- 2019: us
- 2019: Kitchen
- 2019: The light of my life
- 2020: The Invisible Man
- 2020: Shirley
- 2021: French Dispatch
- 2022: Next target wins
net worth
Elisabeth Moss has an estimated net worth of $30 million, cementing her status as one of television’s highest-paid actresses.
She owes her wealth largely to her critically acclaimed performances in iconic series such as Mad Men and The Handmaid’s Tale.
