How old is Alex Borstein?

Alex Borstein is 55 years old (born February 15, 1971).

Is Alex Borstein still alive?

Yes, Alex Borstein is still alive as of 2026, aged 55.

Where is Alex Borstein from?

Alex Borstein is from Highland, Illinois, USA, United States.

What is Alex Borstein known for?

Alexandrea "Alex" Borstein (born February 15, 1971) is an American actress, singer, voice actress, writer and comedian. She is best known for her long-running role as Lois Griffin on the animated television series Family Guy, and as a cast member on the sketch comedy series MADtv. A native of Highland Park, Illinois, Borstein is a graduate of San Francisco State University, where she studied rhetoric. She was trained in improvisational comedy at the ACME Comedy Theatre, near Hollywood, Californ

What generation is Alex Borstein?

Alex Borstein is a Generation X, born in 1971.

What is a surprising fact about Alex Borstein?

Did you know that Alex Borstein's mother is a Holocaust survivor, and her grandparents were also survivors who emigrated from Hungary?

What is Alex Borstein's biggest career achievement?

Her Emmy-winning role as Susie Myerson in "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" marked a significant career highlight, earning her critical acclaim and widespread recognition beyond her iconic voice work. This role showcased her dramatic and comedic versatility, solidifying her status as a powerhouse performer.

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Alex Borstein is one of the most recognized American Actors of the Generation X generation.

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Born

Years in career37 years active

February 15th, 1971

Birthplace

Highland Park

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United States

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Generation X

Career

37 years

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North America

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How Alex Borstein compares to other Actors

🎂Alex Borstein is 2 years older than the average Actor

Metric	Alex Borstein	Avg Actor	Difference
Age	55	53	+2 yrs
Career length	37 yrs	~35 yrs	+2 yrs
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Facts about Alex Borstein

Did you know?

Did you know that Alex Borstein was almost the iconic Sookie St. James in Gilmore Girls, but her Mad TV contract prevented her from taking the role?

5 Lesser-known facts

She voices Lois Griffin, Tricia Takanawa, Barbara Pewterschmidt, and many other characters on "Family Guy."
Before "Family Guy," she was a cast member and writer on the sketch comedy series "MADtv" for five seasons.
She was originally cast as Sookie St. James in "Gilmore Girls" but had to decline due to her "MADtv" contract.
Borstein's parents are both mental health professionals; her mother is a therapist and her father is a counselor.
She is also an accomplished singer and has performed in several musical productions and cabarets.

Career highlight

Her role as Susie Myerson, Midge Maisel's sharp-tongued manager, in "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" is a career-defining moment. This performance earned her two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, solidifying her reputation for delivering powerful, comedic performances.

Legacy

Borstein's legacy is defined by her incredible versatility, particularly her iconic voice work and her ability to bring complex, strong female characters to life across both animation and live-action.

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