Maria Dizzia is an accomplished American actress who has gained attention and acclaim for her versatile performances on stage, film, and television.
She first rose to fame playing Polly Harper in the Netflix original series Orange Is the New Black, which introduced her to a wider audience.
Dizzia has also played prominent roles in critically acclaimed films such as Martha Marcy May Marlene and The Outsiders.
Her talents also extended to the theater, where she received a Tony Award nomination for her performance in The Next Room (or The Vibrator Play).
Maria Dizzia’s diverse body of work and dedication to her artistry have solidified her as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
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- Full name: Maria Theresa Dizzia
- Date of Birth: December 29, 1974
- Age: 50
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Cranford, New Jersey, USA
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in)
- Parents: Lorraine (née Bradis), John Paul Dizzia
- Siblings: One sister, a lawyer
- Spouse: Will Eno
- Children: Albertina
- Marital status: Married
- Religion: None
- Race: Caucasian
- Net worth: $1 million
Early life and education
Maria Teresa Dizzia was born in Cranford, New Jersey on December 29, 1974. As of 2024, she is 50 years old.
She was raised in Cranford by her parents, Lorraine and John Paul Dizzia. She has an older sister who is a lawyer.
Dizzia attended Kent Square School and won a drama award in 1993, which highlighted her early love for acting.
She further honed her craft by studying theater at Cornell University, and after completing her undergraduate studies, she earned a Master of Fine Arts from the University of California, San Diego. This rigorous academic background provided a solid foundation for her successful acting career.
Personal life
Maria Dizzia is married to playwright Will Eno and they have a daughter named Albertine.
The couple has managed to keep much of their personal lives private, balancing their professional lives with their family life.
The need for more public information about how they met or the details of their relationship suggests they prefer to remain private on personal matters.
Profession
Maria Dizzia began her career in theatre, where she quickly established herself as a talented and dedicated actress.
She received critical acclaim for her performance in The Next Room (or The Vibrator Play) and was nominated for a 2010 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play.
Her stage credits also include Second Stage’s Eurydice, New York Theatre Workshop’s Belleville and Roundabout Theatre Company’s If I Forget.
Dizzia transitioned to film and television, continuing to showcase her breadth and depth as an actor.
In 2011, she starred in the psychological thriller Martha Marcy May Marlene, which received critical acclaim for its tense and unsettling atmosphere.
On television, she is best known for her role as Polly Harper in the Netflix series Orange Is the New Black, a role that brought her widespread recognition.
Her other television credits include recurring roles on shows like 13 Reasons Why, The Newsroom and The Good Wife.
She has also guest-starred in numerous TV series including Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Fringe and The Blacklist. Dizzia’s film credits include Young Days, Out There and The Good Nurse.
Dizzia has remained active in the theatre, appearing in various productions and continues to win acclaim for her work on stage.
Her ability to seamlessly transition between different mediums and genres makes her a versatile and respected figure in the entertainment industry.
Awards
- Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Play for The Next Room (or The Vibrator Play) (2010)
- Nominated for the Drama Desk Award for Best Actress in a Play for Belleville (2013)
net worth
Maria Dizzia’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million. Her income comes primarily from her acting career, which includes theater, film, and television work.
This range reflects her success and continued presence in the entertainment industry.
Social Media
- Instagram: @mariadizzia
- Twitter: No
Filmography
- Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011)
- While We Are Young (2014)
- True Story (2015)
- The Story Outside (2020)
- Good Nurse(2022)
- Neighbor’s Window (2019, short film)
- William (2019)
- Funny Pages(2022)
- Graduates (2023)
- My Old Ass(2024)
- Late Summer (2024, short film)
- We Strangers (2024)
- Christmas Eve at Miller’s Corner (2024)
