Linda Edna Cardellini (born June 25, 1975) is an American actress. In television, she is known for her leading roles in the teen drama Freaks and Geeks (1999–2000), the medical drama ER (2003–09), the drama thriller Bloodline (2015–17), and the tragicomedy Dead to Me (2019–present), the latter of which earned her a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. She also guest starred in the period drama Mad Men (2013–15), for which she received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.
Did you know that Linda Cardellini was a contestant on "The Price Is Right" in 1994, winning a fireplace?
Her breakout role as Lindsay Weir in "Freaks and Geeks" launched her career and remains a beloved cult classic. More recently, her nuanced performance as Judy Hale in "Dead to Me" earned her critical acclaim and an Emmy nomination, showcasing her continued ability to deliver compelling, complex characters.
Cardellini's legacy is defined by her remarkable versatility and her ability to bring depth and authenticity to a wide range of characters, from comedic to dramatically intense, leaving a lasting impression on television and film audiences.
Also known as: L. Cardellini, Lin Cardellini